Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. in Lowell, AR is seeking a Weekends Capacity Procurement Representative to negotiate carrier rates, grow a carrier base, and ensure on-time freight movement. The role centers on leveraging Carrier360 for tendering and monitoring shipments while delivering best-in-class service.

The position requires flexibility for weekend shifts and offers competitive compensation with benefits. This is a full-time, on-site role within the Supply Chain department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with up to 1 year in transportation/logistics or related fields.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights/weekends if needed.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain healthy working relationships.
• Strong communication and open feedback for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with carriers for optimal purchase rates to meet revenue and profit goals.
• Act as liaison between internal stakeholders and carriers.
• Manage all freight in transit by obtaining updates to monitor movement and ensure on-time pickup/delivery.
• Utilize Carrier360 platform to tender loads and maintain shipment records.
• Proactively communicate service failures to internal teams to minimize cost and inefficiencies.
• Partner with internal teams to promote best-in-class service and ensure safety.
• Leverage Carrier360 with carrier base to increase efficiency and automation.
• Verify authenticity of carriers and tracking prior to pickup.
• Stay current on supply chain information to understand market trends and optimize negotiation tactics.
• Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates.

Skills

Professional communication

Relationship building

Customer relationships

Data analysis

Multitasking

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

Decision making

Education

Bachelor’s in Business Administration

Bachelor’s in Transportation/Logistics

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s in Transportation Logistics

GED (Required)

High School (Required)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Outlook

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.

Job Description:

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

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
• 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:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

J.B. Hunt is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

Fortune 500 experience. Career advancement. Nationwide relocation possibilities. Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level. J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities.