Strategic Carrier Procurement Specialist

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; 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 commensurate with tenure

Six weeks of paid maternity leave

Six paid holidays annually

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Kansas City seeks a Capacity Procurement Representative to negotiate carrier rates, ensure timely load coverage, and maximize margins using the Carrier360 platform.

The role involves building a stable carrier base, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering best-in-class service while adapting to market changes and shifting priorities. Strong communication, relationship management, and the ability to work across shifts, including nights and weekends if needed,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience AND the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• AND/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences.
• Strong professional communication skills applied internally and externally
• Proven experience in establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships.
• Experience in fostering strong customer relationships via delivery on commitments, open communication, and on-going feedback/improvement.
• Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives.
• Experience in holding people accountable and conducting difficult conversations.
• Ability to perform in a stressful and high-pressure work environment.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for the optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and profit margin goals.
• Act as liaison between internal business stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage all freight in transit by obtaining updates from carriers to accurately monitor movement and ensure on time pickup and delivery.
• Utilize the Carrier360 Platform to tender loads and maintain accurate records of shipments and customer details.
• Proactively communicate service failures to internal support teams to minimize cost and operational inefficiencies.
• Partner with internal teams to promote best in class service and ensure safety.
• Leverage the Carrier360 platform with carrier base to increase efficiency and automation.
• Verify authenticity of carriers and tracking prior to scheduled pickup.
• Remain current on supply chain information to gain understanding of market trends and optimize negotiation tactics.
• Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates in an urgent manner.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Time management

Multitasking

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Kansas City seeks a Capacity Procurement Representative to negotiate carrier rates, ensure timely load coverage, and maximize margins using the Carrier360 platform.

The role involves building a stable carrier base, coordinating with internal teams, and delivering best-in-class service while adapting to market changes and shifting priorities. Strong communication, relationship management, and the ability to work across shifts, including nights and weekends if needed,