Join Odyssey Logistics and build your career with a global leader in multimodal logistics that puts people at the forefront of everything we do. We win together by operating as one team, leveraging our expertise to solve complex supply chain challenges and deliver results that matter. We innovate boldly—encouraging curiosity, fresh thinking, and empowered decision-making to move faster and smarter for our customers. We drive results with accountability and purpose, staying focused on performance, continuous improvement, and meaningful outcomes for those we serve. Our customer-centric approach is at the center of everything we do, building trusted partnerships and strategic value across our four servicing divisions: Intermodal, Integrated Marine Logistics, Transport & Warehousing—including warehousing and fulfillment solutions—and Managed Services. Guided by care, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and responsible growth for our people, customers, and our communities.

At Odyssey, you’ll be part of a truly differentiated end-to-end 4PL model that pairs deep multimodal execution expertise, advanced technology-enabled operations, and data-driven analytics—giving you the opportunity to move beyond oversight, solve complex supply chain challenges, and deliver meaningful results for some of the world’s largest and most dynamic customers.

Our employees receive competitive benefit offerings including comprehensive health coverage, HSA contributions, a matching 401(k), and programs designed to support your well-being and long-term success. At Odyssey, you’ll find a purpose-driven culture where your ideas matter, your impact is real, and your career can thrive.

Summary / Primary Role: 

The Manager, Truckload Procurement supports the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of truckload procurement activities across Odyssey’s business units. This role is responsible for running procurement events, executing sourcing strategies, supporting carrier engagement, monitoring performance, and providing market insights to internal stakeholders. Working under the guidance of the Director, the Manager, Truckload Procurement helps streamline end‑to‑end truckload sourcing processes to ensure responsiveness to market conditions while delivering competitive cost, consistent service, and operational reliability.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

(Management may amend or assign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time)

Procurement Execution & Strategy

• Execute truckload, flatbed, and intermodal procurement strategies developed in partnership with the Director.
• Lead mid‑size and support large‑scale truckload sourcing events across Odyssey’s businesses.
• Develop network‑based transportation solutions that deliver cost competitiveness and meet service requirements.
• Conduct detailed bid analysis, optimize routing guides, and recommend award scenarios.

Carrier Management & Market Insight

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) across all levels.
• Support the Director in managing strategic carrier relationships and ensuring adherence to performance expectations.
• Monitor carrier KPIs (OTD, acceptance, cost, compliance) and recommend corrective actions when performance falls below targets.
• Track market trends and provide relevant insights to internal teams to support pricing, planning, and budget processes.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with business unit procurement and operations teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions aligned with cost and service goals.
• Support customer‑facing discussions by providing procurement and market perspectives as needed.
• Collaborate with Master Data teams to ensure accurate routing data setup and maintenance.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhance visibility, and improve carrier engagement.
• Contribute to strategies for managing the long‑tail carrier base to reduce risk and improve performance.
• Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards.

Operational Responsibilities

• Assist in negotiations for contracts and service agreements under the guidance of the Director.
• Serve as a point of escalation for carrier performance issues within the truckload procurement function.
• Prepare reporting, analysis, and summaries to support executive decision‑making.
• Perform all other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Key Skills:

(The following are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, or ability required for this position)

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field. An advanced degree in business administration is preferred.
• 5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience
• 3+ years of transportation-related procurement experience (sourcing, contracting, category, and supplier management).
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple RFP events and projects concurrently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners.

Competencies:

• Analytical
• Energy/Drive
• Knowledgeable
• Oral/Written Communication
• Health, Safety, Security, & Environmental (HSSE)

• Conceptual Ability
• Team Player
• Time Management
• Punctual and Reliable
• Personal Accountability
• Interpersonal Skills
• Conflict Management
• Professionalism
• Qualitative
• Quantitative

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have supervisory oversight.

Expected Hours of Work:

Employee must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours each week to maintain full-time status for benefits purposes, however the expectations of the position will require an average of forty (40) hours with overtime required as scheduled.

Travel Requirements: 

Minimal travel.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Must lift up to 50 lbs., sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, reach above head for files, grasp, handle, and use hands/fingers to operate office equipment. Must operate normal office equipment such as phone, computer, fax machine, and copy machine. 

Additional:

This job description provides a general overview of the expectations and basic duties of the job and is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. The company will assign additional duties and tasks that it deems necessary to meet the requirements of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  ​​​​​​​We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company Health & Wellness Program

• Discounts with Preferred Vendors

No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

At Odyssey, we believe the best ideas come from people with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate every candidate based on the qualifications needed for the role, while also valuing the unique strengths, curiosity, and fresh thinking each person brings. Our commitment to inclusion helps fuel innovation and enables us to deliver smarter, more creative solutions for our customers. We are proud to be a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, given equal opportunity to succeed, and encouraged to contribute in meaningful ways. All employment decisions are based on merit, without regard to race or ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

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