Head Logistics Procurement (Transport & Warehouse)

Confidential Jobs • Full-time • Greater Chicago Area, US • $140,000 - $160,000 / year • 1w ago

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement sourcing strategies for transportation (FTL, LTL, intermodal) and warehousing (ambient, temperature-controlled, value‑added services).
Drive value creation through cost optimization, demand management, supplier consolidation, and TCO/should‑cost analysis.
Lead strategic supplier management, including selection, qualification, performance reviews, and innovation initiatives.
Manage sourcing processes such as RFPs, RFQs, contract negotiations, pricing structures, and SLAs.
Partner closely with operations, quality, engineering, EHS, and maintenance to ensure category strategies support site and regional needs.
Lead and develop the logistics sourcing team, providing direction, coaching, and capability building.
Act as escalation point for supplier performance issues, commercial disputes, and continuity risks.
Ensure compliance with safety, sustainability, and regulatory standards across all logistics partners.
Drive continuous improvement through market insights, benchmarking, and process enhancements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, or equivalent professional experience.
5–7+ years of strategic sourcing or category management experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, pharma, or industrial environments.
Strong experience managing transportation and warehousing categories across multiple sites or regions.
Demonstrated leadership experience within procurement or category teams.
Proven track record of negotiations, cost savings delivery, and supplier management.
Skilled in navigating matrixed environments and influencing stakeholders at various levels.
Strong analytical capabilities, including TCO modeling, benchmarking, and should‑cost practices.
Execution‑focused, structured, resilient, and comfortable in fast‑paced environments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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