Director, Carrier Mgmt & Proc at Kenan Advantage Group summary: The Director of Carrier Management and Procurement leads logistics procurement and carrier relationship management to optimize transportation resources and contract performance, overseeing a $400 million annual portfolio. They develop and execute strategies to enhance carrier safety, operational margins, and service offerings while managing a team of specialists and analysts. With over 10 years of logistics leadership experience, the role requires strong negotiation, coaching, and analytical skills to ensure competitive transportation solutions. Position Summary The Director of Carrier Management and Procurement contributes to the overall delivery of KAG Logistics‘ transport strategy to provide our customers with a secondary transportation competitive advantage with a strategically developed portfolio of Company owned and contracted resources on term or spot basis. The Director reports to the SVP, Carrier Management and Procurement and works within a team consisting of: Carrier Relation Specialists, Managers of Carrier Development, Transportation and Claims Analysts. Roles and Responsibilities Identifies and recommends optimum hiring between inside and outside carriers. Negotiates, leads and recommends the operating and relationship management of carrier contracts with all company owned and third-party trucking firms, worth over $400 million per annum. Develop relationships with leadership contacts with outsourced logistics organizations to retain and grow logistics services Plan and execute logistics solutions and new service offerings Overall accountability for the vetting of all carriers to KAG Logistics‘ standards and helps monitor carrier‘s safety performance to ensure they maintain those standards Manage carrier resources; monitor carrier performance Maintain & perform carrier audits of rates and performance. Monitor margin and recommend adjustments to operations to improve overall margin for KAG Logistics. Participates in, negotiates and helps evaluate RFPs as needed Act as an escalation point for operations to ensure carriers are meeting expected service levels Coach, mentor, and develop talent within the group. Qualifications 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in logistics procurement, with an emphasis on bulk transportation (dry bulk, liquid bulk, tankers, etc.). Demonstrated success in leading underperforming teams and launching new branches or business units. Deep understanding of freight regulations, equipment types, carrier networks, and safety protocols. Strong leadership, excellent communication, and coaching skills with a people-first mindset. Driven / High-energy / Ability to lead and inspire others. Proficiency with JAGGAER, TMS platforms and logistics data analytics tools. Skilled multi-tasker with excellent organization and time-management skills. Bachelor‘s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of associates so classified. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. Job description is subject to change. All employees of the Company are expected to: Promote positive work habits including effective and timely communication, teamwork and respect for co-workers. Provide constructive guidance to other employees and representatives of third parties. Contribute to providing the highest quality of products and services to customers. #NDHP #LI-AM1 Job Details Job Location 96 North Canton OH CSC - North Canton, OH Secondary Job Location(s) 96 Columbus OH - Columbus, OH Position Type LOG Support Travel Percentage Up to 50% Job Shift 8hr Job Category D1 Keywords: Carrier Management, Logistics Procurement, Transportation Strategy, Carrier Contract Negotiation, Freight Management, Logistics Services, Supply Chain, Transportation Safety, Bulk Transportation, Logistics Analytics