EU remote
Transport Sourcing & Capacity Specialist
About this role
Key Responsibilities Secure sufficient road freight capacity to support domestic and cross-border transportation activities. Prepare and regularly update transport capacity plans in cooperation with Logistics, Commercial, and Operations teams. Maintain strong relationships with existing carriers and coordinate capacity commitments, vehicle availability, and service expectations. Identify, evaluate, and onboard new transportation partners to strengthen and diversify the carrier network.
Support and conduct commercial negotiations regarding freight rates, capacity commitments, and service conditions. Participate in transport tenders, prepare sourcing documentation, compare bids, and contribute to carrier selection decisions. Coordinate the preparation and administration of carrier contracts and freight rate agreements. Monitor market trends, freight rates, and capacity developments across Hungary and the European Union.
Prepare reports, analyses, and cost comparisons related to transport sourcing and capacity management. Contribute to process improvement and digitalization initiatives within road transport logistics. What We Are Looking For Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in road transportation, logistics, freight procurement, carrier management, or transport planning. Strong understanding of the Hungarian road freight market and preferably broader European transportation markets.
Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships with carriers and logistics service providers. Experience negotiating freight rates, service conditions, and transportation agreements. Strong analytical skills with confidence in preparing cost, rate, and capacity analyses. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across functions.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency in standard office applications. Fluent Hungarian and strong English language skills for business communication and negotiations. Nice to Have Experience with road freight tenders and contract preparation. Existing network within the Hungarian or European transportation market. Experience in the transportation of bulk agricultural or food-related products. Knowledge of SAP, TMS, or transportation tendering platforms.