Manager, Bulk Procurement

Odyssey•Charlotte, NC

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Bulk Procurement, supports the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of dry and liquid bulk procurement activities across Odyssey’s business units. This role is responsible for running procurement events, executing sourcing strategies, supporting carrier engagement, monitoring performance, and providing market insights to internal stakeholders. Working under the guidance of the Director, the Manager, Bulk Procurement helps streamline end‑to‑end bulk sourcing processes to ensure responsiveness to market conditions while delivering competitive cost, consistent service, and operational reliability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years of logistics or supply chain experience
3+ years transportation related procurement experience (sourcing, contracting, category and supplier management).
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple RFP events and projects concurrently.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional partners.
All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in business administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute dry and liquid bulk procurement strategies developed in partnership with the Director.
Lead mid‑size and support large‑scale bulk sourcing events across Odyssey’s businesses.
Develop network‑based transportation solutions that deliver cost competitiveness and meet service requirements.
Conduct detailed bid analysis, optimize routing guides, and recommend award scenarios.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) across all levels.
Support the Director in managing strategic carrier relationships and ensuring adherence to performance expectations.
Monitor carrier KPIs (OTD, acceptance, cost, compliance) and recommend corrective actions when performance falls below targets.
Track market trends and provide relevant insights to internal teams to support pricing, planning, and budget processes.
Partner with business unit procurement and operations teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions aligned with cost and service goals.
Support customer‑facing discussions by providing procurement and market perspectives as needed.
Collaborate with Master Data teams to ensure accurate routing data setup and maintenance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procurement processes, enhance visibility, and improve carrier engagement.
Contribute to strategies for managing the long‑tail carrier base to reduce risk and improve performance.
Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies, procedures, and corporate governance standards.
Assist in negotiations for contracts and service agreements under the guidance of the Director.
Serve as a point of escalation for carrier performance issues within the bulk procurement function.
Prepare reporting, analysis, and summaries to support executive decision‑making.
Perform all other duties and projects, as assigned.