Manager II, Operations

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is seeking a Manager II, Operations to oversee one or more sites/fleets, driving performance, safety, and profitability. The role requires strategic leadership across operations, scheduling flexibility, and strong communication with customers and internal teams.

The position emphasizes budgetary oversight, process improvements, and cross-functional coordination to optimize fleet coverage, driver retention, and service levels within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with supervisory experience
• Valid driver's license with clean MVR
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights/weekends
• Willing to travel to account/customer/company events as applicable
• Experience managing operations, safety, and DOT compliance

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain a positive work environment to improve operational efficiency and driver retention
• Forecast freight volumes and power/equipment needs; ensure coverage
• Train on and audit processes; implement improvements
• Communicate with customers and internal teams to resolve issues daily
• Oversee fleet operations: driver board, customer service, safety, compliance, retention
• Manage financial performance: cost control, profitability, data analysis for reviews
• Compile reports on operational/financial/service metrics and monitor KPIs
• Ensure fleet safety training and address safety needs for fleets/drivers
• Develop and progress employees via evaluations and development plans
• Serve as escalation point for customers/ramp and ensure service quality
• Assist in annual budget creation and variance analysis
• Support company bonus/incentive plans as applicable

Skills

Supervisory experience

Shift flexibility

Travel willingness

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the position is responsible for the oversight of a single and/or multiple sites/fleets under one cost center with one or more managers. The incumbent leverages strategic management and leadership over all aspects of operational performance, including problem identification, solution implementation, financial performance, and overall Safety and DOT compliance of assigned fleets. 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.

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 retention
• Create and direct managers in executing a plan for forecasted freight volumes and power/equipment needs; adjust capacity to ensure fleet/carrier and equipment coverage is seamless
• Train on and audit all processes and procedures needed to execute the day-to-day operations while seeking to identify and implement process enhancements
• Communicate 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 call
• Oversee assigned fleet operations, including, but not limited to driver board coverage, customer service, safety, compliance, driver retention, and employee scorecard management
• Manage 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 indicators
• Ensure 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 drivers
• Facilitate 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 programs
• Serve as an escalation point of contact with their assigned customers/ramp in order to provide exceptional service and trouble-free account safety, efficiency, and profitable operation
• Assist 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 changes

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED with 4-5 years of supervisory experience and/or military equivalent OR Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field with 2-3 years of 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
• Willing to travel to account, customer, and company event locations when applicable
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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
• Ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas through various mediums
• 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
• Understanding the resources required to achieve business objectives and the ability to plan, mobilize, and distribute resources to fulfill business objectives and plans

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.

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), two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education:

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

Work Experience:

Management-Entry Level

Job Opening ID:

00646430 Manager II, 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. 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.

About Us

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

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.

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. 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.

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.