Carrier Management Specialist

Electrolux Group • Charlotte, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Carrier Management Specialist is responsible for ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and compliant transportation operations by managing carrier relationships, analyzing freight costs, and implementing best practices. This role serves as a key liaison between transportation, finance, and supply chain teams, providing accurate data and driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize logistics performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation, carrier management, or logistics operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills for managing carrier relationships and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Act as a reliable source of transportation data for the Supply Chain team and other company areas.
• Analyze freight results to ensure cost-effective transportation solutions.
• Classify, approve, and dispute cost charges as needed.
• Map logistics processes to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices.
• Implement continuous improvement actions to enhance freight flows and overall logistics performance.
• Serve as a link between transportation and finance departments to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Support the development of accurate and comprehensive cost forecasts for transportation and logistics operations.
• Establish and maintain cost parameters for the freight payment process to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Consolidate volume demand to optimize transportation planning and cost efficiency.
• Oversee, analyze, approve, or dispute costs, and lead cost optimization initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Implement KPIs and metrics to measure transportation service levels and carrier performance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
• Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level