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This role will focus on reducing freight expenditure, sourcing and managing transportation vendors, overseeing carrier and third-party logistics (3PL) relationships, and driving cost-effective transportation solutions.\nThe ideal candidate is a results-oriented professional with strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship management skills who can work independently while collaborating across multiple teams. This position will be based out Fayetteville, TN or Corporate HQ in Franklin, TN.\nWHAT we need you to do.\nOversee inbound and outbound freight transportation across manufacturing facilities, suppliers, distribution locations, and customers.\nDevelop and execute strategies to reduce freight spend through cost analysis, competitive bidding, carrier negotiations, and transportation optimization.\nSource, evaluate, and manage transportation carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable service, and strong vendor relationships.\nManage transportation across multiple freight modes, including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), flatbed, intermodal, and other applicable shipping methods.\nAnalyze freight costs, transportation trends, and carrier performance to identify savings opportunities and improve operational efficiency.\nOversee freight invoice audits, payment processes, and resolution of billing discrepancies.\nDevelop and monitor transportation budgets, forecasts, freight cost models, and key performance indicators (KPIs).\nCollaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to align transportation strategies with business needs and customer delivery expectations.\nManage carrier performance, transportation service issues, freight claims, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nLead logistics projects focused on transportation network optimization, process improvements, system enhancements, and operational efficiencies.\nEnsure compliance with applicable transportation regulations, shipping requirements, and company policies.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nWHAT you need to have.\nBachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.\n7+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.\nDemonstrated experience managing freight carriers, brokers, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers, including contract negotiations and performance management.\nStrong understanding of domestic freight transportation, including FTL, LTL, flatbed, and other applicable shipping methods.\nExperience with freight cost analysis, transportation budgeting, forecasting, and freight audit/payment processes.\nProven ability to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve transportation efficiencies, and lead cross-functional projects.\nStrong analytical, organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and experience with ERP and transportation management systems (TMS).\nAbility to work independently while building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external transportation partners.\nPhysical Requirements:\nProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. \nMust be able to lift to 15 pounds at times. \nWHY Copperweld?\nSTRONG Business Outlook\nComprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans\nPAID Time off & Holidays\n401k matching\nLife and Disability Insurance\nEmployer Assistance Program\nCopperweld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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