Loadsmart · 8 hours ago
Director, Carrier Procurement
Chicago
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
6+ years expLoadsmart is a growth-stage technology company valued at over $1 billion, focused on reinventing the future of freight. They are seeking an experienced Director of Carrier Procurement to lead procurement and operations strategy, manage a team, and drive profitability across various customer segments.
LogisticsSupply Chain ManagementTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead and scale Loadsmart’s Carrier Procurement function across Dry Van, Refrigerated, Flatbed, Partial Truckload, and Expedite services in the Midwest and Great Plains regions
Hire, develop, and retain high-performing procurement talent, driving productivity and carrier relationship growth
Partner with Sales leadership on go-to-market strategies to win new customers and expand existing accounts
Align carrier capacity with customer demand through close collaboration with Sales, Operations, Pricing, and Product teams
Manage Operations Managers and Representatives against defined performance metrics and service KPIs
Build carrier strategy and operational capability using proprietary technology to rapidly expand the carrier base
Work with Product and Engineering to deliver best-in-class tools that support scale and expansion initiatives
Expand value-added services (e.g., Hazmat) to increase wallet share across mid-market and enterprise customers
Engage directly with key prospects and customers alongside Sales leadership to accelerate deal cycles
Strengthen and grow strategic partnerships with core customers
Own key financial metrics, including GPPL and purchasing vs. market performance
Provide regular performance and objective updates to executive leadership
Qualification
Required
6+ years of freight brokerage experience leading Carrier Procurement and Operations teams, with strong carrier relationship management expertise
Proven track record of scaling operations within high-growth logistics organizations
Dynamic, analytical, and results-driven leader with consistent performance delivery
Deep expertise in designing and implementing complex, multi-modal transportation solutions
Hands-on leadership style with extensive experience developing shipper-specific solutions
Demonstrated customer-facing experience partnering with Sales teams to close large opportunities
Benefits
Competitive base salaries - we believe in rewarding top talent
Extremely competitive Equity package - become a shareholder in our company!
Loadie Time Off - PTO and sick days without a limit
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
401k Match
Company
Loadsmart
Loadsmart is a next-gen freight technology platform and 4PL that lower costs, increase efficiency, and digitize transportation for Shippers.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$346.4MKey Investors
SOFTBANK Latin America VenturesBlackRock Innovation Capital,Chromo InvestChromo Invest,Connor Capital SB
2022-09-01Undisclosed
2022-02-01Series D· $200M
2020-11-20Series C· $90M
Leadership Team
Felipe Capella
Co-founder, CEO
Ricardo Salgado
Founder and Executive Chairman
Recent News
Morningstar.com
2025-05-17
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