Weekend Capacity Procurement Specialist | Freight Negotiations

J.B. Hunt Transport; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Maternity and parental leave

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport is seeking a full-time Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative in Lowell, Arkansas. This role involves negotiating rates to meet load expectations while ensuring optimal margins through effective communication with carriers and internal teams.

The ideal candidate should have a High School diploma with some experience in transportation or logistics and strong skills in relationship management and communication. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship management skills.
• Ability to analyze situations and reach productive decisions.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal purchase rates.
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage freight in transit to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Customer relationship management

High accuracy information processing

Microsoft Excel

Time management

Adaptability in dynamic work environment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's in Business/Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport is seeking a full-time Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative in Lowell, Arkansas. This role involves negotiating rates to meet load expectations while ensuring optimal margins through effective communication with carriers and internal teams.

The ideal candidate should have a High School diploma with some experience in transportation or logistics and strong skills in relationship management and communication. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(k).