Manager I, Operations

J.B. Hunt; Irwin (Westmoreland County); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Irwin, PA seeks a Manager I, Operations to oversee a single site and optimize fleet assets. The role requires supervising staff, managing schedules across shifts, and ensuring customer satisfaction through proactive problem-solving and strong communication.

The position emphasizes budget analysis, performance metrics, and collaboration with internal teams to drive efficiency, safety, and profitability at the site level. On-site work with potential travel as needed.

Formación

• Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED with 3-4 years of supervisory experience or military equivalent; OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field with 1-2 years supervisory experience and/or military equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per J.B. Hunt standards.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee a single site/account or fleet and optimize assets by monitoring revenue and costs through budget analysis.
• Promote and maintain a positive work environment to improve operational efficiency, employee engagement, and driver retention.
• Create and execute plans for forecasted freight volumes and capacity with fleet coverage.
• Coordinate training, process audits, and improvements for day-to-day operations.
• Manage driver boards, customer service, safety, compliance, and performance metrics.
• Lead annual budget reviews and present performance against budget to stakeholders.
• Ensure safety training and driver support across fleets; address safety needs as they arise.

Conocimientos

Supervisory experience

Budget analysis

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Relationship building

Shift flexibility

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Finance

High School Diploma/GED

Descripción del empleo

Job Title:Manager I, OperationsDepartment:Supply ChainCountry:United States of AmericaState/Province:PennsylvaniaCity:IrwinFull/Part Time:Full timeJob Summary:Under general supervision, the position is responsible for the oversight of a single site/account or fleet, including support personnel and drivers. The incumbent optimizes the company's assets by monitoring revenue and costs through effective budget analysis, and prioritizes customer satisfaction through problem-solving, communication, and relationship building. The position is usually located on-site at the customer's facility and 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.Job Description:Key Responsibilities:Using a strategic approach, successfully promote, manage, and maintain a positive work environment, to improve operational efficiency, employee engagement, and driver retentionCreate and execute a plan for forecasted freight volumes and power/equipment needs; adjust capacity to ensure fleet/carrier and equipment coverage is seamlessTrain on and audit all processes and procedures needed to execute the day-to-day operations while seeking to identify and implement process enhancementsCommunicate with customers, internal departments, and team to identify and resolve problems or issues with ramp, driver, customer, account, etc. throughout the day and, where required, when on callManage assigned fleet operations, including, but not limited to driver board coverage, customer service, safety, compliance, driver retention, and employee scorecard managementManage financial performance, including, but not limited to cost control decisions, expense management, and maximizing profitability; evaluate and present on design versus actual data analysis for each customer through mid-year business reviews, annual account assessments, preparing and presenting a final presentation, etc.Compile reports pertaining to operational, financial, and service metrics on a regular cadence and as needed; monitor and resolve deviation from key performance indicatorsEnsure fleet compliance with all Safety and DOT training; partner with applicable internal personnel to address any specific Safety needs that arise for individual fleets or driversFacilitate employee training and development; monitor ongoing performance progress to promote, engage, and retain employees in positions of increasing responsibility by optimizing job performance through evaluations, individual development plans, and employee recognition programsServe as the initial point of contact with their assigned customers/ramp in order to provide exceptional service and trouble-free account safety, efficiency, and profitable operationProvide input in the creation of an annual budget, audit current year performance of actual versus budgeted expenses, and provide feedback to internal stakeholders regarding required updates to the budget as a result of operational changesQualifications:Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED with 3-4 years of supervisory experience or military equivalent OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field with 1-2 years of supervisory experience and/or military equivalentPossess a valid driver's license with a clean motor vehicle record as per J.B. Hunt standardsAbility to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed Willing to travel to account, customer, and company event locations when applicablePreferred Qualifications:Ability to process information with high levels of accuracyAnticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation levelAbility to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgmentAbility to adapt to changing environmentsEstablish and maintain healthy working relationships with clients, vendors, and peersAbility to meet or exceed team/driver needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect mannerAbility to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediumsAbility 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 teamsUnderstanding the resources required to achieve business objectives and the ability to plan, mobilize, and distribute resources to fulfill business objectives and plansThis 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 LevelCertifications:Non Commercial Driver's License - Department of TransportationJob Opening ID:00647344 Manager I, Operations (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. 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.