Capacity Procurement Representative
The Capacity Procurement Representative at Confidential Client is responsible for negotiating carrier rates to meet load and margin goals while managing freight movement and ensuring timely delivery. This role involves leveraging the Carrier360 platform to optimize freight efficiency, maintaining strong carrier and internal stakeholder relationships, and proactively addressing service issues to support best-in-class supply chain operations.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
The Capacity Procurement Representative is responsible for securing timely, cost-effective carrier capacity while protecting margin and delivering excellent service. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Negotiate carrier purchase rates to meet revenue and profit margin objectives.
- Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
- Manage freight in transit by obtaining carrier updates and ensuring on-time pickup and delivery.
- Use the Carrier360 platform to tender loads and maintain accurate shipment and customer records.
- Proactively communicate service failures to internal support teams to reduce operational impact.
- Partner with internal teams to promote best-in-class service and safety practices.
- Leverage Carrier360 and automation to increase efficiency across the carrier base.
- Verify carrier authenticity and tracking prior to scheduled pickups.
- Monitor market and supply chain trends to inform negotiation tactics.
- Respond quickly to customer service needs and provide timely transportation updates.
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Up to 1 year of experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, or equivalent military experience — OR equivalent demonstration of required skills through education or other experience.
- Strong professional communication skills, both internal and external.
- Experience building and maintaining customer and carrier relationships.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to analyze information accurately and make sound decisions.
- Comfortable managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
- Ability to perform under pressure and conduct difficult conversations when necessary.
Preferred qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
- Up to 1 year of related industry experience.
- Familiarity with Carrier360 or similar freight/transportation platforms.
Additional notes
- Relocation assistance: internal candidates only (per source).
- This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation will vary based on skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications.
- This role may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives in accordance with applicable bonus/incentive plans.
- Typical benefits for full-time positions include: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off (vacation and sick), parental leave (per policy), and paid holidays. Eligibility is subject to plan terms and employer policies.
Location & Work Type
- Location: Kansas City, MO (on-site / may require shift flexibility).
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Our Client
Confidential Client is a leading organization in the Logistics & Warehouse industry offering Fortune 500–level experience, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to an inclusive workplace. The client seeks energetic, forward-thinking people at all experience levels and supports reasonable accommodations in the application process. If you need assistance completing your application, please request accommodation via the Careertakes platform or indicate your needs in your application.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
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