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Buyer - Logistics Procurement

Butterball

Garner, NC
15 days ago

Job Description

Join Butterball as a Buyer in Logistics Procurement, where you'll oversee carrier sourcing and negotiations, ensuring competitive pricing and strong supplier relationships. Leverage your skills to optimize logistics operations and drive continuous improvement in performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for carrier sourcing, negotiation, and related projects.
  • Provides market-based pricing and ensures accurate rates are loaded.
  • Develops and evaluates complex requests for proposals.
  • Maintains strong relationships with suppliers and evaluates bid compliance.
  • Monitors performance and quality data to recommend improvements.
  • Executes and measures carrier performance scorecards.
  • Maintains carrier databases and administers compliance policies.
  • Assists in confirming committed capacity and negotiating contracts.

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • 3+ years of relevant experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent
  • Manufacturing and/or cold chain experience
  • Transportation or service procurement
  • BluJay and SAP experience