Transportation Procurement Specialist

EquipmentShare is Hiring a Transportation Procurement Specialist

Job Summary: EquipmentShare is searching for an experienced Transportation Procurement Specialist to work alongside our Transportation, DOT, and our Administration teams. This position would be responsible for the procurement of vehicles, trailers and equipment ranging from light duty pickups and vans to Class 8 trucks and trailers.

This role would ideally be based out of our Headquarters in Columbia, MO. Remote is a possibility, but would require heavy travel to Columbia, with overnight trips. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Reports to the Director of Transportation. Interacts frequently with multiple key stakeholders across Fleet Operations, Branch Operations, Procurement, Accounting, Service Operations and Business Analytics


• Assist the Director of Transportation to annually forecast the procurement of work trucks, passenger vehicles and trailers 


• Actively supports and manage monthly/quarterly/annual financial forecasting of CapEx budget


• Actively supports and manages monthly/quarterly/annual production forecasting of various vehicle/trailer specifications 


• Provide analytical support to streamline the process of vehicle and trailer purchase and allocation


• Vehicles requiring up-fit; manage chassis allocation and transportation schedules between dealerships and up-fitting partners 


• Actively supports the fulfillment of assets on rent from non-EquipmentShare providers


• Actively supports the fulfillment of market expansion request 


• Monitor Transportations fleet inventories to offset CapEx expenditures


• Actively provides support in the decommissioning and re-marketing of assets


• Possess the ability to calculate TCO and perform Life-cycle analysis


• Ability to implement and maintain systems, procedures, and policies related to the procurement of fleet assets


• Partner with others to design and implement process and system updates in support of global initiatives


• Thoroughness and precision in analyzing vendor data, documenting requirements and performance through vehicle acquisition score cards 


• Lead warranty initiatives for the Transportation Fleet as a liaison to the Corporate Warranty Team


• Ensure all specifications meet FMCSA regulatory compliance


• Emphasis on continuous improvement with Transportation Acquisitions processes and procurement 

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• In-depth knowledge of fleet specifications for all classes of work trucks, passenger vehicles and trailers


• Proficient in fleet technical writing


• Ability to develop and sustain relationships with manufacturers, vendors and dealerships 


• Understanding of fleet compliance and regulatory requirements as it pertains to OEM upfitters


• Cross-functional support across multiple departments 


• Experience with new process development and process improvement opportunities 


• Experience in change management through process development, planning and execution 


• Strong Collaboration and negotiation skills


• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to change


• High level of integrity, trust and confidentiality required

Education and Experience: 

High School Diploma or equivalent education or experience required.At least 5 years of experience providing support to a high volume acquisition group procuring vehicle and trailers to support operational initiatives

Physical Requirements: 

Must be able to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer.

• If working remote, must be able to travel to Columbia, MO 

EquipmentShare is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. EquipmentShare is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.