Procurement Manager, Multi-Carrier, Government & Compliance

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for strategic sourcing and supplierrelationship management (SRM) within First Mile transportation with a dedicatedfocus on Multi-Carrier operations Government cargo and Compliance.

In this high-impact role the individual will drive the procurement strategy toachieve cost leadership and enable profitable growth while maintaining exceptionalservice levels. The role also advances Maersks sustainability goals and ensuresESG compliance across the domestic network. The Procurement Manager willcollaborate closely with Product Management Operations HSSE and Legal todevelop competitive supply chain solutions and meet regulatory requirements forBeneficial Cargo Owners (BCOs) and U.S. Government entities.

Key value drivers include optimizing the mix of owner-operators independentcontractors and owned assets; leveraging technology to strengthen driverrecruitment and carrier onboarding; and enabling scalable First Mile operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with Maersks business objectives enabling profitable growth and cost leadership
• Lead procurement initiatives across Multi-Carrier operations Government cargo and compliance-focused categories
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing capacity and service quality
• Own and deliver the annual Procurement Gameplan tracking value realization and P&L impact
• Partner with Product and Commercial teams to forecast demand identify capacity needs and guide sourcing decisions
• Lead complex negotiations contract management SLAs and end-to-end Source-to-Contract activities
• Drive Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and should-cost modeling to inform sourcing and cost optimization strategies
• Ensure full compliance with Maersks Supplier Code of Conduct ESG standards and regulatory requirements
• Leverage data market intelligence and emerging technologies (including AI) to support scalable and efficient operations
• Foster collaboration engagement and operational excellence within the team and across stakeholders

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a strong mindset of continuous improvement someone who is naturally curious committed to solving problems at the root and driven to make things better every day
• Bachelors degree required; graduate studies and relevant certifications (e.g. CSCP PMP) are a plus
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement transportation or supply chain environments
• Proven experience in supplier relationship management negotiations and contract management
• Strong financial analytical and business acumen with a data-driven approach to decision-making
• Ability to navigate complex fast-paced environments while balancing strategic priorities and operational execution
• Clear confident communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional and senior stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary Range: $110000- $130000 USD*

• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for Health Insurance Paid Time Off and 401k Match.

*The stated pay range is the anticipated starting salary and may be adjusted based on market conditions experience and location. Final compensation will be discussed directly with the selected candidate(s) in compliance with all applicable laws.