Procure carrier services to offer best in class solutions for prospective and existing customers Manage, develop, coordinate, and optimize carrier relationships. Classify carriers by role (strategic, niche, etc.) and invest time as appropriate. Develop strategic Top to Top relationships with key carriers.
Lead efforts to develop strong relationships at all levels – executive levels at carrier and Crane, execution focused meetings between carrier Sales / Ops and Crane account teams. Identify new carriers to add to the core carrier base or to migrate from non-strategic to strategic roles. Monitor the purchased transportation spend of assigned carriers. Work directly with compliance to help identify and fix carrier issues related to tender acceptance and carrier service percentages Lead or assist in problem resolution between accounts and carriers.
Identify available capacity for difficult lanes and recommend carriers Assist in the efforts to confirm committed capacity,



negotiate carrier contracts and rates Liaison with account team and accounting department to resolve billing discrepancies Perform "Ad-Hoc" Reporting as required to support account, consulting or other initiatives Help negotiate carrier rates for new and existing business Provide weekly and monthly reports to appropriate management Handle carrier quarterly business reviews in assigned region Recommend pricing strategies Research information on market growth Develop and oversees pricing processes and policies. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to act with sense of urgency and ethically in a high-pressure role.
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be a self-starter. Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; Strong verbal and written knowledge of the English language.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Position may require extended periods of sitting, computer use, standing and walking. Some light lifting may be required in some ins

📌 Pricing & procurement manager (Milano)
🏢 Crane Worldwide Logistics
📍 Milano