Procurement Assistant Manager, Maersk Ground Freight

Procurement Assistant Manager, Maersk Ground Freight

Are You Ready to Navigate the Future of Global Trade?

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and has been an industry pioneer for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility and continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

We believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning, and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organization reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve. With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

What we Offer:

• Global Reach, Local Impact: Thrive in a role with international scope, contributing to projects that shape global trade.

• Inclusive and Dynamic Culture: Join a team where diversity is strength, fostering an environment rich in personal and professional growth opportunities.

• Competitive Rewards: Benefit from a compensation package matching your role as a leading industry player, complemented by best-in-class benefits and talent development programs recognized worldwide.

About the role:

We seek a strategic and results-driven Procurement Assistant Manager, Maersk Ground Freight to lead our trucking procurement efforts, securing capacity at competitive rates to support profitable growth. This role is essential in shaping regional procurement strategies, building strong supplier relationships, and driving continuous improvement across our operations.

In this role, you will:

• Strategic Procurement: Develop and implement regional strategies for inland trucking, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering cost leadership and best-in-class service.

• Supplier Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, leading complex negotiations to secure optimal terms and pricing.

• Regional Leadership: Oversee procurement operations within a specific U.S. region, ensuring alignment with national and global strategies.

• Performance and Savings: Drive significant cost savings and operational efficiencies, tracking metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and supplier compliance.

• Team Leadership: Mentor and lead the procurement analyst team, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate procurement risks, developing contingency plans to address potential supply disruptions.

• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance procurement processes, staying updated on industry trends and best practices.

What you bring:

• Bachelor's degree (graduate studies preferred).

• 5+ years of experience in transportation or supply chain, with a strong background in Cartage/LTL.

• Experience in procurement or vendor management is a plus.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strategic mindset, data-driven, and customer-focused.

• Ability to thrive in a matrix organization and drive business outcomes.

Join us as we harness cutting-edge technologies and unlock global opportunities. Together, let's sail towards a brighter, more sustainable future with Maersk.

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 USD*

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, and 401k Match.

*The above-stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors, such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Notice to applicants applying to positions in the United States: You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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