Transportation Procurement Manager - Houston, Tx

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,300 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

DARE TO GROW! Join CEVA Logistics, and you will be part of a team that values imagination, encourages boldness and exemplarity, and is committed to excellence in everything we do. Join us in our mission to shape the future of global logistics as we become a global leader in the logistics industry. As we continue growing at a fast pace, will you “Dare to Grow” with us?

YOUR ROLE

The Procurement Transportation Manager will lead a team which will develop sourcing plans, create mode procurement strategies, identify cost saving opportunities, and conduct quarterly carrier reviews. In addition, responsibilities include sourcing support for key business initiatives, carrier market research/ intelligence to support business decisions and establishment of local agreements.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Lead the strategy for US Transportation requirements

• Perform fleet assessment to secure annual DOT SmartWay certification.
• Utilize advance sourcing tools and techniques to drive transparency in the market leading to optimal pricing
• Develop and maintain thorough knowledge of relevant ground transport modes (FTL, LTL, Drayage and Parcel)
• Create contracts and negotiate favorable terms that deliver value and mitigate risk to the company
• Manage a category team including aligning resources and exercising operational leadership (motivation, delegation, communications and team building).
• Enhance the asset management function though effective utilization monitoring and timely repositioning and disposal of surplus assets.
• Maximize gains on the disposal of company assets by increasing the market size of potential buyers and by negotiating favorable pricing.
• Manage the company’s Warehouse consumables initiates.
• Initiate sourcing initiatives from demand analysis to contract implementation including carrier negotiations.
• Support the BD and ZDS teams in efforts to secure new business or maintain existing accounts.
• Establish and manage good working relationships with other functions including Operations, Solutions Design, and Business Development.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. Logistics or Engineering is preferred
• Minimum 5 years of fleet operational and procurement experience
• Extensive knowledge of ground transportation is required
• Experience with e-sourcing tools is a plus
• Extensive knowledge of Contract Logistics and Freight Management businesses is a plus

Additional Skills and Experience that Contribute to Success:

• Knowledge of high-value negotiation and sourcing processes and methodologies
• Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in demanding environments with tight deadlines
• Must be able to communicate and relate to all levels of the organization both verbally and in written form
• Team player and collaborative leadership capabilities
• Financial acumen and fundamental knowledge of accounting and financial statements
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment

• Analytical, problem solver, self-starter, leader, strong negotiation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet, web-based and job specific software applications

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: [email protected]. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamiliar.