Weekend Freight Capacity Negotiator

J.b.-Hun; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative in Lowell, AR. The role focuses on negotiating carrier rates to meet margins while ensuring timely freight movement and visibility via Carrier360.

Responsibilities include managing carrier relationships, tendering loads, and communicating service updates. The position requires flexibility to work weekends and shifts, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year of experience in transportation/logistics or equivalent.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts, including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to analyze information accurately and make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal purchase rates to meet revenue and margin goals.
• Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage freight in transit with carrier updates for on-time pickup and delivery.
• Use Carrier360 to tender loads and maintain shipment records.

Skills

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Customer relations

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

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

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative in Lowell, AR. The role focuses on negotiating carrier rates to meet margins while ensuring timely freight movement and visibility via Carrier360.

Responsibilities include managing carrier relationships, tendering loads, and communicating service updates. The position requires flexibility to work weekends and shifts, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and customer service.