Logistics Buyer
- Work model:
- On-Site
- Location:
- Green Bay, WI, USA
- Shift:
- First shift
- Job level:
- Individual Contributor
- Schedule:
- Full time; Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Job overview:
Schneider is seeking a Logistics Buyer in Green Bay for port drayage to identify, select and onboard transportation and logistics carriers and suppliers for Schneider’s customers. The Logistics Buyer will negotiate rates and service agreements, manage provider performance and coordinate all procurement-related activities.
Responsibilities:
- Understand customers’ supply chain strategies and how they measure success.
- Relationship building with 3rd party carriers at multiple locations across the United States.
- Select service provider options to meet customers’ objectives.
- Provide transportation solutions based on customers’ needs.
- Experience in port dray and intermodal for finding solutions to complex freight requirements.
- Negotiate contract rates by staying up to date on market trends.
- Develop and maintain relationships with service providers to provide supply chain value to customers.
- Mitigate risk through leveraging safety and service compliance processes.
- Lead monthly reviews to evaluate the performance of carriers and logistics suppliers.
Skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.
- 2-4 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Expertise in the areas of Port Dray and Intermodal: Knowledgeable in pricing models and competitive rates within the market.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Pay and benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Company paid life insurance.
- 401(k) savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- See full list of supply chain and logistics benefits.
Schneider's inclusive culture
Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.
Job ID: 260303