Senior Specialist, Transportation Procurement

Senior Specialist, Transportation Procurement Description General Purpose: This role is responsible for supporting the Ross Domestic Transportation network by executing bids, contracting, managing the linehaul carrier base as well as aiding the execution of freight shipments from Vendors to DC and DC to Store Delivery points. It is a cross-functional role capable of executing all Domestic Transportation Procurement functions and modes. Essential Functions: Carrier Management: Coordinate Business Reviews with Carriers including key internal business partners & stakeholders. Own master CBR schedule, maintaining meeting calendars and communicating plans to Procurement & Operations leadership. Management and administration of Transportation Procurement Metrics including running KPI reports, scrubbing TMS data and distributing results internally and externally as appropriate. Foster professional and ethical business relationships driven by fair, logical and objective activities for all providers and transportation vendors Vet new carriers for inclusion in the Ross linehaul freight network including exploration of contract, service capabilities and network synergies. Execution: Secure spot pricing & capacity for unplanned surges on Inbound or Outbound freight. Obtain & communicate approvals for spot pricing including LTL refrigerated. Track & report on incremental cost for inbound freight diversions as needed. Freight RFP/Bid work as needed including materials construction, data analysis, carrier communications & scheduling. Work with freight carriers to support equipment pool builds and maintenance. Support Freight Pay in researching and resolving invoice discrepancies as needed. Own special projects aimed at hardening procurement processes, managing costs including budget targets, enhancing network service experience, etc. Administrative: Rating & Routing guide administration for Inbound and Outbound linehaul networks. Manage dedicated network tracking including data logs on weekly activity statements. Model cost impact summaries for service solutions and network changes. Competencies: Adaptability/Flexibility Analysis and Judgment Planning and Organizing Teamwork & Collaboration Customer Service Time Management Initiative/Drives Results Professional Communication Qualifications and Special Skills Required: Four year Bachelor's Degree. Minimum five (5) years-experience in Supply Chain and 3 years in Transportation required with Domestic experience preferred. Experience in Vendor and Carrier management/development preferred. Experience with Transportation contracts & contracting preferred. Strong analytical, organizational & negotiation skills required. Competency with core MS applications including Word, Excel & Power Point required. Strong written and oral communications skills to engage with all levels and departments inside and outside of the company. Self-motivated with an ability to work independently to complete projects. Adaptability to work cross functionally with different modes including inbound, outbound, truckload, intermodal and others. Physical Requirements/ADA: No unusual physical requirements. Requires no heavy lifting, and nearly all work is performed in a comfortable indoor facility. Routine deadlines; usually sufficient lead time; variance in work volume seasonal and predictable; priorities can be anticipated; some interruptions are present; travel or other inconveniences have advance notice; involves occasional exposure to demands and pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor. Job frequently requires sitting, handling objects with hands. Job occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 10 pounds. Travel required up to 10% Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Disclaimer: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion. Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws. Primary Location: South Carolina-York-Fort Mill-Southeast Distribution Center Work Locations: Southeast Distribution Center 1000 Retail Drive Fort Mill 29715 Job: Supply Chain Transportation Schedule: Regular Full-time Job Posting: Jan 9, 2026

Created: 2026-03-04