IMCarrier Proc Yield Mgr

Overview
Reporting to the RVP of Intermodal Operations, the Drayage Procurement Manager is responsible for the growth of NFI’s drayage carrier base and with ensuring yield meets the long-term goals for the business.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with carrier operations and the pricing team to develop new carrier relationships that broaden intermodal service offerings.
Contribution and leadership over a core-carrier development and recognition program.
Diversify the current Intermodal drayage carrier base to optimize network and/or pricing objectives.
Skilled Negotiation of Rates & SLAs via RFP or other prescribed procurement practices.
Ensure that the right carriers are matched with the right regions and customer locations.
Conduct carrier performance and QBR reviews with NFI’s drayage carrier base; on-site when practicable.
Breaking through internal & external obstacles that limit growth/service as it applies to covering freight for the network.
Effectively manage existing carrier relationships at a senior level within the carrier base.
Design a host of carrier team KPI’s to measure compliance to goals, including profitability and performance.
Ongoing education and updating of carrier safety qualifications and other qualifications as per company policy – including development of any policy’s necessary to continue NFI’s high level of customer service.
Clear communication of service expectations to all carriers and service providers.
Foster growth in intermodal business through collaboration with all NFI Departments and willingness to do “what it takes” to ensure our customers’ needs are met.
Complete any other related tasks or duties as assigned.
Qualifications
5-7 years intermodal and pricing experience preferred
Familiarity with DOT trucking regulations (Hours of Service, Claims etc)
Proficient in using MS Office Applications (Word, Excel)
Ability to work in fast paced environment that involves learning and using multiple applications and handling a high volume of phone calls
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Market knowledge of truckload lanes and rates
Individual commitment towards sharpening existing or acquiring new skills as required by demands of the business or customers.
We are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is $81,182.40 - $126,243.20. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location when determining a starting rate of pay.
Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.
Profit Center
PC-5625

Work arrangement
No