Manager, Carrier Operations – Capacity Procurement

Jitsu

Manager of Carrier Operations and Capacity Procurement at Jitsu, optimizing transportation capacity across delivery network. Managing carrier relationships and negotiating contracts in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the capacity procurement strategy across First and Middle Mile operations
Build and maintain a dense, competitive carrier network across all priority lanes
Lead carrier RFP events end-to-end — design, bid analysis, award decisions, and onboarding
Forecast future capacity needs based on volume projections and proactively secure dedicated capacity ahead of demand
Negotiate carrier contracts with focus on rate structure, fuel surcharge mechanism, accessorials, volume commitments, service guarantees, and termination terms
Develop and maintain strategic carrier relationships at the senior level; serve as the primary carrier-facing point of contact
Own carrier performance metrics covering cost, commitment, visibility, and reliability
Source, onboard, and ensure ongoing compliance for all carriers in coordination with risk and compliance teams
Ensure carriers meet safety and regulatory requirements (DOT, FMCSA)
Lead digital visibility adoption across the carrier base — API integrations, ELD connectivity, and driver app tooling
Partner with Sales and Account Management to provide accurate carrier capacity liquidity intelligence
Communicate freight market conditions to internal stakeholders to inform pricing, commitments, and client conversations
Identify and resolve capacity-related operational issues and bottlenecks
Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through negotiation, lane consolidation, and capacity mix optimization

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of transportation procurement or carrier management experience
Strong understanding of first and middle mile linehaul operations
Proven success negotiating carrier contracts in dynamic freight markets
Experience forecasting capacity needs and managing seasonal volatility
Deep familiarity with transportation management systems and carrier compliance platforms
Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations
Ability to translate freight market conditions into commercial strategy
Strong relationship-building skills with carriers and cross-functional teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional compensation may include bonuses, equity, or commissions

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Hard Skills & Tools

capacity procurement strategycarrier network managementRFP managementcontract negotiationforecasting capacity needscarrier performance metricscompliance managementAPI integrationsELD connectivitycost-saving optimization

Soft Skills

relationship-buildingcommunicationproblem-solvingstrategic thinkingcollaboration