Logistics Category Specialist V

Job overview

The Logistics Category Specialist V role is onsite in Houston, TX. The stated compensation is $62–$70 per hour, and the posting describes a 12-month contract with a high likelihood of extension or conversion to full time. The role supports a Fortune 100 oil and gas client’s logistics procurement and business objectives. The specialist manages logistics categories, sourcing, contracts, and supplier performance to support projects and operations. The work connects market analysis and commercial decisions with transportation, warehousing, customs, and project logistics needs.

What you'll do

• Manage logistics categories and suppliers across freight forwarding, road transportation, heavy haul, customs brokerage, warehousing, materials management, and third-party logistics
• develop annual category and contracting plans
• conduct market analysis, benchmarking, cost modeling, and total cost of ownership analysis
• lead or support sourcing events, negotiations, evaluations, and award recommendations
• write, review, and manage contracts, work orders, rate schedules, and service-level agreements
• advise project and operations stakeholders on logistics planning, import/export, customs, routes, ports, marine movements, and delivery planning
• monitor supplier performance, KPIs, rate compliance, invoices, corrective actions, and value delivery
• communicate plans, progress, risks, and recommendations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

logistics category specialist v

houston tx

west coast logistics

oil and gas

logistics procurement

category management

strategic sourcing

supplier performance

freight forwarding

customs brokerage

warehousing

9/80 schedule

monday–friday

$62–$70/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full benefits are offered.

Why this role

12-month contract with a stated high likelihood of extension or conversion to full time. Schedule is 9/80, Monday–Friday. Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant procurement, logistics, category management, transportation, or supply chain experience required.

About the employer

West Coast Logistics is hiring for this role. Industry: Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services. Sector: 54.