Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative

jbhunt; Lowell (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

JB Hunt in Lowell, AR is seeking a Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative to negotiate carrier rates, secure on-time freight movement, and promote the Carrier360 platform to carriers. You will establish a carrier base, ensure timely coverage, and deliver best-in-class service execution.

The role requires adapting to a dynamic logistics environment and coordinating with internal teams to optimize service and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications include High School Diploma/GED with up to 1-year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience, and ability to work across multiple shifts including nights/weekends.
• Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field with up to 1 year experience.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal purchase rates 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 monitor movement and ensure on-time pickup and delivery.
• Utilize Carrier360 Platform to tender loads and maintain accurate records of shipments and customer details.
• Proactively communicate service failures to internal teams to minimize cost and inefficiencies.

Skills

Strong professional communication

Customer relationship management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelors: Business Administration/Management

Bachelors: Logistics Management

Bachelors: Supply Chain Management

Bachelors: Transportation Logistics

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Job description

Job Title

Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative

Department

Supply Chain

Country

United States of America

State/Province

Arkansas

City

Lowell

Full/Part Time

Full time

Job Summary

Under routine supervision, the Capacity Procurement Representative is responsible the for negotiation of rates to meet load expectations while ensuring optimal margins. The incumbent will market the J.B. Hunt Carrier360 platform to carriers to increase efficiency and freight movement visibility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing a carrier base, ensuring freight is covered on time, and delivering best-in-class service execution.

Key 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 the 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 an understanding of market trends and optimize negotiation tactics
• Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates in an urgent manner

Qualifications

Minimum 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 of commitments, open communication, and ongoing 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field AND up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience

Work Shift

Saturday - Tuesday OR Thursday - Sunday

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company's bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• and six paid holidays annually

Education

• Bachelors: Business Administration/Management
• Bachelors: Logistics Management
• Bachelors: Supply Chain Management
• Bachelors: Transportation Logistics
• GED (Required)
• High School (Required)

Work Experience

• Business Administration
• Customer Service/Account Manager
• Transportation/Logistics

Certifications

Job Opening ID

00638958 Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative (Open)

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