Manager, Strategic Sourcing- Distribution & Logistics - Westport - ref. d50761319
Overview:
LogicSource Overview
LogicSource is an innovative leader in sourcing and procurement services, we help companies increase profits through better buying. LogicSource® is owned and operated by an experienced group of global business veterans who came together under the common goal to radically change the way sourcing and procurement works.We’ve reinvented sourcing and procurement with an execution-based, fully transparent business model that ensures clients don’t spend a dime until they see results.
Our people gain exposure to projects and clients spanning a broad set of categories across multiple industries. Opportunities for getting involved, whether working across functions or learning a new category abound.
Our business model reflects our culture – radically different and rife with opportunity to make a difference. Our professionals enjoy the intellectual stimulation, challenge and satisfaction that only a sophisticated organization, coupled with relevant and meaningful business challenges to solve, can afford.
Position Summary:
We have an immediate opening for a full-time Manager in our Westport, CT headquarters. You will be a key member of our Strategic Sourcing team, reporting to the Managing Director, Strategic Sourcing- Distribution & Logistics. As a key member of our Distribution & Logistics Strategic Sourcing team, you will be responsible for leading and managing varying engagements within our client’s Distribution and Logistics Spend, in areas such as Retail 3PL, Truckload, LTL, Ocean, Air, and Warehousing.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage Sourcing and Procurement engagements encompassing 3PL, Small Parcel, Truckload, & LTL transportation modes based on client requirements, negotiating prices, schedules, turnaround times and other terms with suppliers
- Develop and execute category strategies to deliver optimal cost, quality, and service across the client base.
- Identify and resolve operational, procurement, and relationship challenges within clients’ transportation and logistics operations.
- Analyze trends and implement solutions to address underperformance against client deliverables.
- Serve as the primary liaison between client business units and strategic supply chain partners.
- Build strong client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and suppliers.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to ensure high levels of client satisfaction.
- Adapt to client culture while maintaining the professional standards of LogicSource.
- Provide detailed procurement reporting and cost savings tracking.
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance related to service, price, and quality.
- Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance procurement efficiency and outcomes.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience- Bachelor’s degree required
- 5+ years’ experience in 3PL, Small Parcel, Truckload, LTL, categories
- Prior experience sourcing logistics services and materials
- Knowledge of supplier communities that serve the above categories
- Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders
- Solid negotiating skills
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Familiar with Sourcing Technology solutions (Coupa, Jaggaer, Keelvar, etc.)
- Proficiency in Excel/financial analysis and planning
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong and effective written and verbal communication skills
Travel
This position may require minimal travel.
Other Duties
This Position Description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the employee is expected to perform other duties as necessary and assigned. The duties and responsibilities of this position may be modified at any time to meet changing business needs.