Transportation Procurement Manager

Job Title: Transportation Procurement Manager

Location: Fontana,, California

Salary: $85,000 - $130,000 Annually

Job Description:

The Logistics Procurement Manager will be responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for logistics resources across America to support the company's business needs. This role involves sourcing, negotiating, and managing partnerships with 2C last-mile service providers, local intercontinental fleets, and warehousing suppliers. The manager will work closely with internal business teams to ensure efficient resource utilization, cost reduction, and optimal logistics support to drive company growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Procurement Strategies:
• Design and implement logistics procurement plans based on business demands.
• Create project-based resource procurement plans and coordinate with 2C last-mile service providers (e.g., express, postal services) and local intercontinental fleets to secure advantageous resources.
• Source and Manage Warehousing Resources:
• Identify and procure high-quality local warehousing resources aligned with business needs.
• Optimize the existing intercontinental supplier pool by regularly assessing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier performance.
• Supplier Management and Contract Negotiation:
• Introduce new, high-quality capacity resources, negotiating competitive pricing and favorable contract terms.
• Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of various 2C last-mile and trucking service providers, and maintain a reliable supplier pool.
• Compliance and System Implementation:
• Develop procurement management systems, workflows, and assessment standards as per company guidelines.
• Oversee on-site implementation of procurement systems to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Market Analysis and Strategy Adjustment:
• Stay updated on market trends in logistics capacity and pricing.
• Share insights with the team and adjust resource strategies to maintain competitiveness, reduce costs, and explore innovative logistics models.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Partner with internal teams (e.g., product, operations, sales) to align logistics capacity with operational goals and optimize resources based on quality requirements.
  

Job Requirements:

• Experience:
• Minimum 10 years in international logistics and warehousing, with a focus on capacity procurement and supplier management.
• Prior experience managing 2C last-mile service providers and trucking resources. E-commerce logistics and warehousing experience is a strong plus.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Proven supplier procurement, management, and assessment skills, with excellent negotiation and coordination abilities.
• Deep understanding of market capacity conditions, pricing structures, and procurement strategies.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead complex, project-based work independently.
• Language Proficiency:
• Fluency in both English and Chinese is required.
• Personal Attributes:
• Honest, pragmatic, and able to handle high-pressure situations.
• Quick learner with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to independently manage emergency situations.