Procurement Analyst - Hybrid Schedule Available

The Procurement Analyst manages carrier sourcing, bid strategy, pricing, and commercial carrier relationships for the LTL product line. This role develops carrier partnerships, negotiates competitive freight rates, maintains pricing and system accuracy, and supports carrier onboarding and new-business integration. Working cross-functionally with Logistics, Sales, Rapid Response, and regional leadership, the Procurement Analyst provides market, pricing, coverage, and carrier-performance insights while retaining commercial ownership of assigned carrier relationships and pricing decisions. Responsibilities Carrier Sourcing and Bid Strategy Develop in depth market knowledge and analysis to procure competitive freight rates through the LTL carrier network Own carrier bid strategy, evaluating submitted bids for price, service quality, and long-term partnership value rather than lowest cost alone Source new partners where gaps are present in nationwide coverage for all service types Respond to and return all carrier bid requests and rate quotes within 5 business days, per the Bid SLA Manage complex, high-profile bids for the department and business Pricing and Commercial Terms Negotiate freight rates that create the most competitive advantage for customers and profitability for Mansfield Oil Build strong relationships with carriers to identify their GM$/hr targets by service type for all markets they serve Maintain pricing quality and benchmark discipline against market standards Ensure new and renewed contracts are set up properly by validating key issues, problem areas, and recommendations for resolution prior to setting up Carrier Setup Provide pricing and rate context to support carrier setup, coordinating with Logistics once carrier coverage is confirmed Perform vendor portal (D1Connect) system audits to ensure RFP statuses remain current and awarded rates accurately sync to the system Carrier Commercial Relationship Serve as the commercial point of contact for carrier partners, participating in QBRs with Top 25 delivery partners in the respective region Manage new vendor onboarding by coordinating credit application completion, vendor setup form documentation, and D1 vendor creation requests Resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor disputes tied to pricing or contract terms New Business Integration Prepare business rules for new customers and ensure account information is set up correctly for billing purposes Coordinate with Sales Representatives to ensure a seamless onboarding experience Participate in person or by teleconference in external integration meetings for new business Performance Input Provide performance input to the Regional Leader on carrier scorecards, coverage gaps, and pricing trends Support cross training readiness by documenting bid and pricing processes for backup coverage Position Requirements Formal Education & Certification High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience, preferred. Knowledge & Experience At least one year of vendor management or carrier relations experience Intermediate Microsoft Office suite skills, including Excel, Access, and Outlook Four years of business to business experience preferred Knowledge of the assigned specialty product line preferred (LTL, DEF, and Fuel All) Petroleum industry experience preferred Proven track record of negotiating freight rates and creating cost savings initiatives preferred Qualifications & Characteristics Working knowledge of sales, carrier relations, and customer service Strong attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate effectively to all stakeholders Ability to multi task in a fast paced environment and make financially impactful decisions Ability to work in a team environment Work Environment This is a full-time position. Work hours will vary depending on project dea…

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