Parcel Spend Management
Navigate Smarter Shipping Costs
Save 10-25%+ on UPS & FedEx spend via contract negotiation, invoice auditing, and business intelligence.
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Mission Statement
Grounded in real-world logistics expertise, Rate Shepherd uses data-driven intelligence to uncover hidden savings and deliver clear, actionable insights — so you can optimize small parcel spend, improve carrier performance, and ship with confidence.
- 10-25%+ parcel savings via contract optimization and invoice auditing.
- Carrier agnostic supporting direct or third-party transportation contracts.
- Free 2-week assessment to identify potential savings with zero commitment.
- Gainshare model no fees until savings are realized.
- 150%+ ROI guaranteed on every engagement we take on.
- 4-hour average client commitment we do the heavy lifting so you don't have to.
Contract Optimization
We analyze your raw shipping data by benchmarking your unique profile against carrier profitability metrics — uncovering leverage you didn't know you had.
Invoice Auditing
We automate fee recovery for shippers by reclaiming costs from late deliveries, invalid surcharges, and lost or damaged packages.
Business Intelligence
Real-time reporting that measures savings for every component of every package — giving you full visibility into your parcel spend.
Case Study
The Outdoor Group
Rochester, NY-based manufacturer of premium archery and hunting equipment — optimizing a 7-figure UPS spend.
Challenge
Optimize a complex, 7-figure annual UPS spend across multiple product lines and distribution channels.
Free Audit Findings
Rate Shepherd uncovered 15%+ in potential cost reductions through improved contract terms and rigorous oversight of shipping invoices.
Outcome
21% realized savings — 3x the first proposal — achieved with only 3 hours invested over 3 months.
Rate Shepherd Team
Who you'll be working with
AJ Hellow
Founder
Partners — Evans Transportation
Matt Huckeba
EVP, Parcel Solutions
Brian Broadhurst
VP, Parcel Solutions
Ready to lower your shipping costs?
Start with a free 2-week assessment — no fees until savings are realized.
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