Senior Specialist, Procurement

Airspace is a tech-enabled freight forwarder thats redefining how the worlds most critical packages are delivered. Headquartered in Carlsbad California Airspace has employees who are based around the world. Our European headquarters is in Amsterdam The Netherlands.

As a recognized leader in AI and machine learning our team leverages data and patented technology to coordinate logistics across a global network of drivers and airlines. Our goal is to deliver those packages that are truly mission-critical in a way that is faster more transparent more secure and more accountable than ever before. The items we deliver range from organs for transplant to parts for critical machinery including grounded aircraft and highly sensitive components such as semiconductors.

Airspace has been rated one ofAmericas best Startup Employers and listed as one ofCNBCs Disruptor 50 companies. Airspace has the support of leading investors such as Telstra Ventures HarbourVest Partners Defy Partners DBL Partners and Scale Ventures. To date the company has raised more than $140m.

The company is growing rapidly and serving more places around the world than ever before. We are looking for passionate motivated individuals who want to make an IMPACT every day to help us execute on our mission of reshaping the world of time-critical logistics.

Were looking for a Sr. Specialist of Procurement who can drive strong individual contributor contributions under the guidance and direction of the Director or Global Procurement navigate complex procurement requirements and partner across the organization to deliver strategic compliant and efficient Sr. Specialist will support the Director of Global Procurement in managing vendor relationships monitoring supplier performance and executing procurement initiatives across North America. This role is responsible for coordinating day-to-day communication with logistics providers maintaining procurement data and reporting supporting sourcing projects and assisting with cost-saving initiatives.

• Support the Director of Global Procurement in executing procurement initiatives and cost-saving programs across North America. Review and approve complex high-value supplier partnerships and agreements negotiate and award agreements on behalf of the corporation.
• Owns the North American RFQ process from start to finish for Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets
• Qualifies vendors through cost and service evaluating both qualitative and quantitative aspects of suppliers prior to award to ensure no disruption to existing service levels
• Studies product roadmap development strategy and innovation needs and develops supplier matrix strategies to provide options that deliver on business goals.
• Maintains a regular contact rhythm with the existing supplier base through check-in callsmonthly at minimum more frequently for high-priority markets and weekly during the implementation of new agents to ensure a smooth transition.
• Leads business reviews and supports the Director of Procurement in developing annual strategy meeting goals and objectives
• Monitor vendor service quality and performance metrics and provide regular reporting and insights.
• Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance service quality and procurement processes.
• Validates all system and operational requirementsboth with internal and external stakeholders to ensure each vendor is properly set up for service in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets partnering with operations to identify and resolve system and agent constraints
• Reports on performance to ensure targets are being met and that action items are identified to resolve constraints across all markets

• At least 35 years of progressive procurement or sourcing leadership experience preferably within the logistics or transportation industry
• Excellent written verbal and organization skills
• Accountable with a strong ownership mindset and focus on results
• Data-driven execution-focused and pragmatic
• High proficiency with Google Workspace applications particularly Google Sheets as well as other business software and productivity tools
• Willingness to learn and leverage AI-powered tools including Claude to improve efficiency reporting and day-to-day workflows
• Strong commercial negotiation and contract structuring skills
• Bachelors degree required; MBA or relevant certifications a plus

• Department: Yield Management
• Reports to: Director of Global Procurement
• Team: This position will work closely with Driver Operations Commercial Operations and external logistics vendors throughout the United States
• Location: This position is flexible to remote with in the US.

• Salary range: $95000-$% Bonus opportunity
• High-quality health dental and vision plan options
• Open PTO
• 401K with company match

• We are One Team. We believe we all accomplish more when we are working together.
• We make an Impact. We are determined to have a positive influence on our environment our customers our industry and our world.
• We are Passionate. We care deeply about our mission and are not afraid to raise the bar.
• We are Transparent. We pride ourselves on having open honest and sincere communication with our team and customers.
• We are Innovative. We never settle and are always striving to improve our product service and ourselves.

From life-saving organs to essential machinery components Airspace is trusted by the worlds largest companies and most critical healthcare organizations to move their most time-sensitive shipments on time every time. Our proprietary AI-powered platform is the most advanced of its kind- awarded and protected by multiple patents it provides speed reliability and transparency unrivaled in time-critical logistics. We are thinkers builders and doers; from building and deploying AI in the world to assembling a world-class operations team Airspace is on a hypergrowth trajectory while remaining hyper-focused on the needs of our customers and team members.

With offices in the United States in Carlsbad CA and in Europe in Amsterdam Frankfurt Stockholm and London we are rapidly scaling into new markets and industries while continuing to innovate and maximize value for our customers. Backed by leading investors including Telstra HarbourVest Prologis Qualcomm Defy and others Airspace has raised $140M to date.

Join our team of 300 technologists futurists and industry veterans as we work as One Team to revolutionize time-critical logistics.

Airspace is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Additionally Airspace participates in the E-Verify program for all locations.