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RESPONSIBILITIES: Kforce has a client in need of a Procurement Professional in Boston, MA. Responsibilities: • Develop global sourcing roadmap and tiered carrier panel • Lock structure into MSAs and routing guide to reduce rate dispersion • Lead competitive bids and direct negotiations for transport and related programs • Secure benchmark pricing and favorable terms • Manage KPIs and benefits ledger • Set thresholds to ensure durable, auditable savings • Maintain contract templates and enforce policy compliance • Implement price-protection, insurance, and dual-sourcing for critical lanes • Partner with Logistics, Finance, and Legal on priorities, budgets, and standards REQUIREMENTS: • 7-10+ years in procurement with focus on transportation/freight; global scope preferred • Expertise in strategic transportation sourcing across multiple modes; Strong negotiation and supplier management skills • Commercial acumen in rate structures, surcharges, and fee policies; Ability to time events to market conditions • Proven track record of multi-million-dollar savings through consolidation, standardized terms, and disciplined governance • Skilled in savings modeling, variance analysis, and working-capital optimization • Clear, executive-ready communication; Ability to influence across operations, finance, and regional stakeholders The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.