Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Maternity leave and parental leave

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Capacity Procurement Representative in Lowell, Arkansas. The role focuses on negotiating rates to meet load expectations while protecting margins and promoting Carrier360 platform usage for better visibility.

Responsibilities include carrier relationship management, ensuring timely freight movement, and accurate documentation. The position emphasizes multi-shift availability and strong communication with customers and carriers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• Demonstrated communication skills and ability to build relationships internally and with carriers.
• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy and make informed judgments.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and margin goals.
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage freight in transit with updates from carriers to monitor movement and ensure on-time pickup and delivery.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Customer service

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

Bachelor's in Logistics Management

Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's in Transportation Logistics

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: Capacity Procurement Representative - ITS Department: Supply Chain Country: United States of America State/Province: Arkansas City: Lowell 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

• High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed
• 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

The schedules for this position are Sunday - Thursday, Tuesday - Saturday or Friday - Monday 8:00am to 5:00pm

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

Job Opening ID

Job Opening ID: 00634058

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people.

The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless.

Company Commitment

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.

Company Highlights

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. 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.

Career Invitation

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.

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.

Inclusion

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.