Strategic Capacity Procurement Specialist

J.B. Hunt; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS to negotiate freight rates, establish a carrier base, and ensure timely load coverage.

The role requires coordinating with internal teams, carriers, and customers to deliver best-in-class service using the Carrier360 platform. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience in transportation/logistics.

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
• Strong professional communication skills and ability to build healthy relationships
• Proven ability to analyze information accurately and make informed decisions
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment
• Experience holding people accountable and handling difficult conversations
• Proven track record delivering customer service and transportation solutions

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for the optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and profit margin goals
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers
• Manage all freight in transit with updates to monitor movement and ensure on-time pickup and delivery
• Tender loads via Carrier360 and maintain accurate shipment/customer records
• Proactively communicate service issues to internal teams to minimize costs
• Collaborate with internal teams to promote best-in-class service and safety
• Grow the carrier base and leverage Carrier360 for efficiency and automation
• Verify carrier authenticity and tracking prior to pickup
• Stay current on market trends to adjust negotiation tactics
• Understand customer service expectations and provide timely transportation updates

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship building

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Logistics Management

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Logistics

GED

High School Diploma

Tools

Carrier360 platform

MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS to negotiate freight rates, establish a carrier base, and ensure timely load coverage.

The role requires coordinating with internal teams, carriers, and customers to deliver best-in-class service using the Carrier360 platform. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and experience in transportation/logistics.