Carrier Procurement Specialist

Overview

RWI Logistics is hiring a Carrier Procurement Specialist to support our growing transportation and freight operations. This role focuses on sourcing motor carriers, negotiating freight rates, managing capacity, and ensuring reliable on-time freight movement across our network. The Carrier Procurement Specialist works closely with Sales, Operations, and Transportation teams to secure the right carrier at the right price while maintaining high service levels, strong carrier relationships, and operational efficiency.

If you have experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, logistics coordination, or transportation procurement, this role offers the opportunity to grow within a fast-paced logistics environment.

• Source, onboard, and develop relationships with motor carriers for spot and contract freight
• Maintain consistent carrier capacity coverage across customer lanes
• Build long-term partnerships with regional and national carriers

• Negotiate freight rates and transportation terms to maximize margin and service performance
• Monitor transportation market trends, lane pricing, and capacity conditions
• Utilize TMS systems, load boards, and carrier analytics tools

• Track and manage shipments through the Transportation Management System (TMS)
• Troubleshoot service failures, delays, and capacity issues
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales and Operations teams
• Maintain professional, proactive communication with carriers and internal stakeholders
• Ensure all loads meet customer requirements, compliance standards, and delivery expectations

• Support after-hours or weekend coverage as needed
• Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or Transportation preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in freight brokerage, carrier sales, logistics, or transportation
• Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
• Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS)
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven logistics environment

• Growing logistics organization with advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, team-driven culture
• Exposure to full-cycle transportation and carrier procurement strategy
• Competitive compensation and benefits

RWI Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.