Amazon Freight India is seeking an experienced Linehaul Procurement Head to own the end-to-end procurement strategy for our linehaul transportation network across India. This is a high-impact leadership role where-in leader will own trucking/rail supply cost for countries one of the largest express parcel network. The incumbent will serve as the single-threaded leader for carrier sourcing, rate negotiation, vendor management, and capacity planning — ensuring Amazon’s linehaul network is cost-efficient, reliable, and scalable.
This role requires a seasoned procurement leader who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, navigate complex internal and external stakeholder landscapes, and drive measurable business outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in transportation procurement, a strong commercial orientation, and a proven track record of leading large teams and managing large-scale vendor relationships in a rapid-paced workplace.

Key job responsibilities
• Procurement Strategy:



Define and execute the end-to-end linehaul procurement strategy across all lanes, modes, and contract types. Develop strategies aligned with network design, cost targets, and capacity requirements.
• Carrier Sourcing & Rate Negotiations: Lead large-scale carrier sourcing events (RFQs, reverse auctions, spot negotiations) and negotiate multi-year and seasonal contracts. Drive competitive rate structures while ensuring service quality and reliability.
• Team Leadership & Development: Build, lead, and mentor team of procurement professionals. Set clear goals, drive a high-performance culture, and invest in the career development of team members. Raise the bar on talent through structured hiring.
• Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary procurement interface for internal stakeholders (Operations, Finance, Legal, Network Planning) and external stakeholders (carriers, fleet owners, OEMs, industry bodies). Build trust and alignment across a complex stakeholde

📌 Head, Linehaul Procurement, Amazon India Operations (Bengaluru)
🏢 Amazon
📍 Bengaluru