Capacity Procurement Representative

J.B. Hunt Transport; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Paid maternity and parental leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in the United States seeks a Capacity Procurement Representative to negotiate carrier rates, ensure optimal margins, and promote Carrier360 to carriers to improve efficiency.

You will build a carrier base, ensure timely freight coverage, and deliver best-in-class service while staying current on market trends and communicating updates to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or Logistics required or related experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in transportation/logistics and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal rates to meet revenue and margin goals.
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage freight in transit and obtain updates to ensure on-time pickup/delivery.
• Utilize Carrier360 to tender loads and maintain shipment records.
• Proactively communicate service issues to minimize costs and inefficiencies.
• Partner with internal teams to promote best-in-class service and safety.
• Verify carrier authenticity and tracking prior to pickup.
• Stay informed on market trends to optimize negotiation tactics.
• Understand customer service expectations and provide timely updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Carrier negotiations

Microsoft Office

Time management

Relationship building

Adaptability

Stress tolerance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management or Logistics

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in Transportation/Logistics

Tools

Carrier360 Platform

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Job Title: Capacity Procurement Representative Department: Supply Chain Country: United States of America State/Province: Missouri City: Kansas City Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary: Under routine supervision, the Capacity Procurement Representative is responsible the for negotiation of rates to meet load expectations while ensuring optimal margins. The incumbent will market the J.B. Hunt Carrier360 platform to carriers in order to increase efficiency and freight movement visibility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing a carrier base, ensuring freight is covered in a timely manner, and delivering best in class service execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for the optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and profit margin goals.
• Act as liaison between internal business stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage all freight in transit by obtaining updates from carriers to accurately monitor movement and ensure on time pickup and delivery.
• Utilize the Carrier360 Platform to tender loads and maintain accurate records of shipments and customer details.
• Proactively communicate service failures to internal support teams to minimize cost and operational inefficiencies.
• Partner with internal teams to promote best in class service and ensure safety.
• Leverage the Carrier360 platform with carrier base to increase efficiency and automation.
• Verify authenticity of carriers and tracking prior to scheduled pickup.
• Remain current on supply chain information to gain understanding of market trends and optimize negotiation tactics.
• Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates in an urgent manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience AND the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• And/or Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences.
• Strong professional communication skills applied internally and externally Proven experience in establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships.
• Experience in fostering strong customer relationships via delivery on commitments, open communication, and on-going feedback/improvement.
• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives.
• Experience in holding people accountable and conducting difficult conversations.
• Ability to perform in a stressful and high-pressure work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field AND up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience.

Relocation assistance for internal candidates only. This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education

• Bachelors: Business Administration/Management
• Bachelors: Logistics Management
• Bachelors: Supply Chain Management
• Bachelors: Transportation Logistics
• GED (Required)
• High School (Required)

Work Experience

• Business Administration
• Customer Service/Account Manager
• Transportation/Logistics

Certifications

Job Opening ID: 00639912 Capacity Procurement Representative (Evergreen) (Open)

“This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.”

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Why J.B. Hunt?

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career. Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities. If you need assistance completing your application, please contact us at [e-mail].