Logistics Procurement Manager
Amrize · Chicago
We’re seeking a Logistics Procurement Manager who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.
Job Title: Logistics Procurement Manager | Req ID: 18184 | Location: Chicago Office IL
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a results-driven Logistics Procurement Manager to lead road transportation procurement, carrier development, and cost optimization across bulk pneumatic, end dump, and flatbed transportation. This role will support Amrize business operations by developing competitive carrier capacity, executing sourcing strategies, and improving transportation cost and service performance across assigned regions, plants, terminals, and material flows.
The successful candidate will combine strong commercial judgment with a deep understanding of bulk trucking operations. The role requires someone who can analyze transportation spend and lane economics, develop and qualify carriers, lead negotiations with third-party carriers on competitive rates and commercial terms, and partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance to deliver measurable savings, reliable capacity, and improved network performance.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
- Develop and execute road transportation sourcing strategies for bulk pneumatic, end dump, and flatbed transportation across assigned markets and business operations.
- Lead negotiations with third-party carriers to secure competitive base rates, standardized fuel surcharge structures, detention terms, capacity commitments, and favorable commercial agreements.
- Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities through spend analysis, lane benchmarking, market intelligence, rate optimization, and carrier competition.
- Drive carrier development by identifying, qualifying, onboarding, and expanding capable regional and local carriers to strengthen competition and capacity.
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Finance to understand business demand, transportation requirements, service challenges, and cost drivers.
- Improve network performance through carrier diversification, capacity planning, lane optimization, carrier development, and competitive third-party transportation solutions.
- Develop procurement strategies that support Amrize's road transportation network and create measurable value across assigned business units.
- Manage a significant transportation spend portfolio with direct accountability for savings, carrier performance, capacity, and commercial outcomes.
- Other responsibilities as assigned
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS
- Build and manage strategic partnerships with bulk pneumatic, end dump, and flatbed carriers, with a strong focus on carrier development, expanding third-party capacity, and increasing competition across assigned markets.
- Conduct regular carrier business reviews to evaluate service, safety, capacity, rate competitiveness, and savings commitments, and establish corrective actions where needed.
- Support carrier onboarding and governance requirements, including commercial agreements, qualification processes, and compliance with applicable DOT, FMCSA, HOS, and safety requirements.
- Analyze transportation spend, lane-level rates, shipment volumes, carrier utilization, KPIs, and market trends to identify sourcing and optimization opportunities.
- Develop and maintain data-driven reporting and dashboards in Excel, Tableau, and/or Power BI to provide visibility into cost, savings, carrier performance, capacity, and sourcing opportunities.
- Build market intelligence on carrier availability, equipment capacity, rate trends, and regional trucking dynamics to strengthen third-party carrier negotiations and carrier development strategies.
- Translate analysis into actionable recommendations and executive-ready updates for business and procurement leadership.
- Manage commercial performance including detention, accessorial charges, fuel surcharge application, and other transportation cost drivers.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree
Field of Study Preferred: Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred
Required Work Experience:
7+ years of experience in logistics procurement, transportation sourcing, or road transportation management, with strong experience in bulk pneumatic, end dump, flatbed, or specialized trucking.
Travel Requirements: 25%
Additional Requirements:
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Experience leading third-party carrier negotiations, transportation sourcing, carrier development, carrier onboarding, contract management, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret transportation spend, lane-level data, rates, volumes, and carrier performance using Excel, Tableau, and/or Power BI.
- Strong knowledge of bulk pneumatic, end dump, and flatbed transportation, third-party carrier markets, and applicable DOT, FMCSA, HOS, and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication skills with strong executive presence.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive salary
- Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
- Holistic Health & Well-being programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
- Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Dress for your day
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Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.