Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions
Manager, Pricing and Carrier Strategy at Vantiva
Conectiv Supply Chain Solutions (SCS)
specializes in delivering seamless, end-to-end supply chain solutions that propel your business forward. With a strong presence in Guadalajara, Nashville, Memphis, Poland, Australia, Mexicali and Rugby, our global capabilities allow us to execute third‑party logistics (3PL) solutions with precision and efficiency. We leverage decades of proven expertise to tailor and scale solutions that meet the unique needs of your business, ensuring streamlined operations and exceptional customer satisfaction. Our journey began in the optical disc manufacturing industry, where we honed our skills in precision manufacturing, packaging, and distribution. Today, Conectiv is at the forefront of logistics innovation, offering cutting‑edge warehousing and transportation solutions that integrate advanced automation and flexible operations. From warehousing and fulfillment to complex project management and returns handling, we provide comprehensive solutions that drive growth and efficiency for your business.
In addition, SCS has successfully optimized its injection molding business and supply chain services by implementing a clear diversification strategy, including establishing vinyl production manufacturing, packaging, and distribution in North America as well as expanding and delivering high‑impact commercial print solutions.
Mission: Leveraging our diverse background and expertise, the Executive Leadership Team drives Conectiv’s ambition through engaging all teams across business units and geographies on a journey of innovation, operational excellence, and inclusion. We are dedicated to seamlessly linking our clients with their customers and end consumers through a versatile range of manufacturing, distribution, and logistics solutions.
At Conectiv, we believe our growth and innovation will be enhanced with diversity. We are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that reflects the dynamic world around us, ensuring that every employee feels respected for who they are and can collaborate across backgrounds, geographies, cultures, and experiences. Join us in advancing initiatives such as the Women’s Leadership Network, Business Ethics Panel, and Communication and Recognition Strategy committees.
Job Summary Responsibilities include prospecting and development of carrier relationships, day‑to‑day negotiation of market competitive transportation pricing to support CGL’s customer shipping requirements, and ensuring customer shipments are executed to CGL’s and the customer’s service level requirements. This role is pivotal for the successful ongoing growth of the CGL Brokerage business and will work closely with CGL Sales, Account Management, and Carrier Relations to maximize the profitability of the brokerage operation. As a Freight Broker, you will be the tip of the spear for growth at Conectiv.
The ideal candidate has/will
Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or transportation preferred or commensurate experience
2‑3 years relevant experience, minimum 6 months – 1 year in a high‑volume 3rd party logistics or truckload brokerage/freight operation
Strong PC skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), web‑based and Windows‑based software and databases and the ability to learn and utilize transportation management software (TMS)
Energetic, flexible, collaborative and proactive
Be quick on your feet and possess grit to overcome challenges and push forward
Exceptional written, oral and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and customer tiers
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and “broker” truckloads for maximum profit to company and necessary service to customer
Manages difficult or emotional customer situations and responds promptly to customer needs
Ability to prospect leads, heavy cold calling to build pipeline and strong account management to retain and grow carrier accounts
Manage, develop, build and secure successful shipping and carrier relationships proactively
Actively monitor transportation market conditions, with emphasis on trends, events and other factors that may impact market pricing for TGL customers and our carrier partners
Negotiate and formulate a competitive and profitable rate to offer an outside carrier, assign trip numbers, send and receive signed rate confirmations
Supervisory Responsibility
None
This job operates in the Freight Broker office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and filing cabinets.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Travel Travel is expected for this position: Yes / No
Other Duties Please note this Job Profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Manufacturing
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specializes in delivering seamless, end-to-end supply chain solutions that propel your business forward. With a strong presence in Guadalajara, Nashville, Memphis, Poland, Australia, Mexicali and Rugby, our global capabilities allow us to execute third‑party logistics (3PL) solutions with precision and efficiency. We leverage decades of proven expertise to tailor and scale solutions that meet the unique needs of your business, ensuring streamlined operations and exceptional customer satisfaction. Our journey began in the optical disc manufacturing industry, where we honed our skills in precision manufacturing, packaging, and distribution. Today, Conectiv is at the forefront of logistics innovation, offering cutting‑edge warehousing and transportation solutions that integrate advanced automation and flexible operations. From warehousing and fulfillment to complex project management and returns handling, we provide comprehensive solutions that drive growth and efficiency for your business.
In addition, SCS has successfully optimized its injection molding business and supply chain services by implementing a clear diversification strategy, including establishing vinyl production manufacturing, packaging, and distribution in North America as well as expanding and delivering high‑impact commercial print solutions.
Mission: Leveraging our diverse background and expertise, the Executive Leadership Team drives Conectiv’s ambition through engaging all teams across business units and geographies on a journey of innovation, operational excellence, and inclusion. We are dedicated to seamlessly linking our clients with their customers and end consumers through a versatile range of manufacturing, distribution, and logistics solutions.
At Conectiv, we believe our growth and innovation will be enhanced with diversity. We are committed to an equitable and inclusive culture that reflects the dynamic world around us, ensuring that every employee feels respected for who they are and can collaborate across backgrounds, geographies, cultures, and experiences. Join us in advancing initiatives such as the Women’s Leadership Network, Business Ethics Panel, and Communication and Recognition Strategy committees.
Job Summary Responsibilities include prospecting and development of carrier relationships, day‑to‑day negotiation of market competitive transportation pricing to support CGL’s customer shipping requirements, and ensuring customer shipments are executed to CGL’s and the customer’s service level requirements. This role is pivotal for the successful ongoing growth of the CGL Brokerage business and will work closely with CGL Sales, Account Management, and Carrier Relations to maximize the profitability of the brokerage operation. As a Freight Broker, you will be the tip of the spear for growth at Conectiv.
The ideal candidate has/will
Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, or transportation preferred or commensurate experience
2‑3 years relevant experience, minimum 6 months – 1 year in a high‑volume 3rd party logistics or truckload brokerage/freight operation
Strong PC skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), web‑based and Windows‑based software and databases and the ability to learn and utilize transportation management software (TMS)
Energetic, flexible, collaborative and proactive
Be quick on your feet and possess grit to overcome challenges and push forward
Exceptional written, oral and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization and customer tiers
Demonstrated ability to negotiate and “broker” truckloads for maximum profit to company and necessary service to customer
Manages difficult or emotional customer situations and responds promptly to customer needs
Ability to prospect leads, heavy cold calling to build pipeline and strong account management to retain and grow carrier accounts
Manage, develop, build and secure successful shipping and carrier relationships proactively
Actively monitor transportation market conditions, with emphasis on trends, events and other factors that may impact market pricing for TGL customers and our carrier partners
Negotiate and formulate a competitive and profitable rate to offer an outside carrier, assign trip numbers, send and receive signed rate confirmations
Supervisory Responsibility
None
This job operates in the Freight Broker office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop computers, phones, photocopiers, fax machines, and filing cabinets.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Travel Travel is expected for this position: Yes / No
Other Duties Please note this Job Profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Manufacturing
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