Senior Distribution Operations Manager

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; 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

Maternity and parental leave

Six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Manager II, Distribution Operations to oversee one or more sites, warehouse personnel, and assets, driving efficiency and profitability. The role includes P&L oversight, budget input, and ensuring safety and service excellence across shifts.

The position requires 3–5 years in transportation/logistics or supervision, a bachelor’s degree in business/SCM/finance, and willingness to travel as needed. On-site role with potential incentives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3-5 years of Transportation/Logistics experience and/or 3-5 years of supervisory experience, & travel may be required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Finance, or related fields with 1 year of relevant experience or 2-4 years with J.B. Hunt.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze situations, lead teams, manage resources, and ensure safety and service quality.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with customers, internal departments, and team to resolve problems throughout the day and on-call.
• Forecast freight volumes and capacity needs; adjust to meet regulatory requirements and optimize coverage.
• Lead hiring, training, and development; optimize performance and retain staff through evaluations and development plans.
• Guide teams to solve service issues, plan safe on-time service, and coordinate warehouse resources when needed.
• Assist warehouse staff with loading/unloading, material handling, and inventory processes.
• Monitor safety standards and warehousing requirements; enforce policies and positive safety culture.
• Oversee operations and act as first point of contact for customers to ensure service, efficiency and profitability.
• Contribute to annual budget planning; review performance and adjust expenses with Controller input.
• Manage payroll and invoicing; ensure accurate and timely customer billing; drive profitability.
• Understand and implement KPIs; participate in mid-year reviews and annual assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

GED

High School

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Manager II, Distribution Operations to oversee one or more sites, warehouse personnel, and assets, driving efficiency and profitability. The role includes P&L oversight, budget input, and ensuring safety and service excellence across shifts.

The position requires 3–5 years in transportation/logistics or supervision, a bachelor’s degree in business/SCM/finance, and willingness to travel as needed. On-site role with potential incentives.