Interim Management & Change Projects

I offer support of your  procurement function as an interim consultant, project lead, or category manager — driving results in a short time frame without the ramp-up of a permanent hire.

Why It Matters

  • In logistics-heavy industries, procurement can represent a large portion of operating costs.

  • Poor procurement decisions can lead to delays, increased costs, or dissatisfied customers.

Hiring a Strategic procurement contractor can become a competitive advantage for your company,

Example Scenarios:

  • Run a freight tender for your company

  • Assess carrier performance and adjust allocations.

  • Negotiate contracts with new suppliers

  • Consolidate shipments to increase truckload efficiency.

  • Switch from air to rail for certain routes to reduce costs and emissions.

Common Challenges in Logistic Procurement 

Here are some of the most common challenges companies face in logistics procurement:

  1. Volatile Transportation Costs
    Fuel prices, currency fluctuations, and seasonal demand spikes can quickly change freight costs, making budgeting and contract stability difficult.
  2. Supplier Reliability and Performance
    Even the best contracts fail if carriers, freight forwarders, or warehouse operators don’t meet service levels — delays, damaged goods, and poor communication hurt performance.
  3. Complex Global Supply Chains
    Sourcing across multiple countries means navigating customs regulations, compliance issues, and geopolitical risks that can disrupt supply.
  4. Limited Market Transparency
    In some regions or modes of transport, there’s a lack of pricing and performance transparency, making competitive sourcing and negotiation more challenging.
  5. Capacity Constraints
    During high-demand periods, trucking, ocean, or air capacity can become scarce, leading to higher costs or service compromises.
  6. Balancing Cost vs. Service Quality
    Focusing too heavily on the lowest price can result in poor reliability; prioritizing service can inflate costs — finding the right balance is key.
  7. Technology Gaps
    Lack of modern procurement platforms, tracking tools, or analytics capabilities can slow decision-making and reduce efficiency.
  8. Sustainability and ESG Compliance
    More clients and regulators require greener logistics solutions, but finding cost-effective, sustainable options can be a challenge.
  9. Risk Management
    Disruptions from natural disasters, strikes, or political instability can have major impacts — especially without contingency plans.
  10. Stakeholder Alignment
    Different departments (procurement, operations, finance, sales) may have conflicting priorities, slowing decisions and creating inefficiencies.