Manager I, Distribution Operations

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Round Rock (TX); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Six weeks of maternity leave

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Zusammenfassung

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Round Rock, TX, is seeking a Manager I, Distribution Operations to oversee a site or fleet and lead warehouse personnel and drivers. The role focuses on optimizing assets, controlling costs, and delivering high-quality service with strong customer relationships.

The position requires overseeing shifts, coordinating safety standards, and driving profitability through data-driven decision making and effective team leadership. On-site work is expected.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma with 3-5 years of Transportation/Logistics experience and 2-4 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; ability to work across shifts including nights/weekends.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance or related field preferred.
• Experience with leadership, KPI tracking and team development.

Aufgaben

• Communicate with customers, internal departments, and teams to resolve issues.
• Forecast freight volumes and adjust capacity to meet coverage and regulatory requirements.
• Lead personnel to resolve service issues and coordinate warehouse resources as needed.
• Plan, route, and monitor freight movements to ensure on-time service and safety.
• Oversee payroll, invoicing, and timely customer billing; ensure accuracy.
• Hire, train, and develop operational staff; align staffing with freight mix and coverage.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Conflict resolution

Decision making

Communication skills

Team leadership

Forecasting

Operations coordination

Ausbildung

High School Diploma (GED)

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management / Supply Chain / Finance

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title

Manager I, Distribution Operations

Location

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Texas

City: Round Rock

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the position is responsible for the oversight of a single site/account or fleet, warehouse personnel, or non-J.B. Hunt assets, including operational personnel (drivers, contractors, office, and/or warehouse employees.) This position optimizes the company's assets by monitoring revenue and costs through effective P&L analysis and builds and maintains customer satisfaction through problem-solving, communication, and relationship building. The position may be located on-site at the customer's facility. Incumbents must be able to work any shift to satisfy the demand for flexibility in scheduling to ensure operational success. This includes but is not limited to, day shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Communicate with customers, internal departments, and team to identify and resolve problems or issues with personnel, customer, account, etc. throughout the day and, where required, when on call

Forecast freight volumes/customer volume needs, power/equipment needs, and adjust capacity needs as a result to ensure fleet/carrier and equipment coverage is seamless and meets Federal and state requirements

Lead personnel to resolve service issues, receipt, inventory, material handling and safety of goods coming through the warehouse, etc. as they occur throughout the day and, where necessary, when on call; May coordinate warehouse resources in order to maintain working processes

May assign loads and plan, route, and monitor freight movement to provide safe, on-time service and meet customer requirements, including managing exceptions on that freight and driver ETA adjustments based on pick-up and delivery schedules, and other environmental factors on the road.

May assist warehouse workers with duties including but not limited to operating loading/unloading vehicles, preparing goods and materials, and processing receipts, inventory, etc.

Monitor and communicate operational safety standards, warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements; takes proactive steps to create a positive safety culture at their accounts by enforcing company policies, ensuring compliance, and company safety requirements are being met

Oversee assigned operations and serves as the first point of contact with their assigned customers in order to provide exceptional service and trouble free account safety, efficiency and profitable operation

Responsible for complete P&L performance, including cost control decisions, expense management, and maximizing profitability, as well as identifying and maintaining key performance indicators. Includes design versus actual data analysis for each customer through mid-year business reviews, annual account assessments, and preparing and presenting final presentation, etc

Responsible for the management of employee payroll, and/or creation of invoices and ensuring customer billing is accurate and timely

Responsible for the selection, hiring, training & development of all operational personnel and the preparation of personnel strategy per location freight mix and coverage gaps

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma with 3-5 years of Transportation/Logistics experience and/or 2-4 years of supervisory experience &/or military equivalent; must possess a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per JBH standards; ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed. Must be willing to travel to account, customer, & company event locations when applicable.

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields with 1 year of relevant professional experience or 2-4 years of experience with J.B. Hunt or in the Transportation/Logistics industry with 2-4 years of supervisory experience. AND/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences: Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy Anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level Ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment Ability to adapt to changing environments Establish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peers Ability to meet or exceed team/driver needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner Effective communication skills Ability to develop and track challenging goals that support business strategies Knowledge of business metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Ability to form and manage effective teams Participate in the process of recruitment of permanent and contract personnel, achieving optimal match between candidate and position Understanding the resources required to achieve business objectives and the ability to plan, mobilize, and distribute resources to fulfill business objectives and plans.

Shift

Tuesay - Saturday 0600 - when routes are completed

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

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: 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, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Finance, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience

Management-Entry Level, Transportation/Logistics

Equal Employment Opportunity

Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.

We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. 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 with us could take your career to the next level.

We are proud to serve individuals of all abilities.

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You.

Why J.B. Hunt?

We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason - our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.