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<div>Job Title:
Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS
Department:
Supply Chain
Country:
United States of America
State/Province:
Ohio
City:
Akron
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 in order to increase efficiency and freight movement visibility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing a carrier base, ensuring freight is covered in a timely manner, and delivering best in class service execution.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Negotiate with carriers for the optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and profit margin goals Act as liaison between internal business stakeholders and carriers
</li><li>Manage all freight in transit by obtaining updates from carriers to accurately monitor movement and ensure on time pickup and delivery
</li><li>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
</li><li>Partner with internal teams to promote best in class service and ensure safety
</li><li>Leverage the Carrier360 platform with carrier base to increase efficiency and automation
</li><li>Verify authenticity of carriers and tracking prior to scheduled pickup
</li><li>Remain current on supply chain information to gain understanding of market trends and optimize negotiation tactics
</li><li>Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates in an urgent manner
</li></ul>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:
<ul><li>Strong professional communication skills applied internally and externally
</li><li>Proven experience in establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships
</li><li>Experience in fostering strong customer relationships via delivery on commitments, open communication, and on-going feedback/improvement
</li><li>Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
</li><li>Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
</li><li>Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
</li><li>Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
</li><li>Experience in holding people accountable and conducting difficult conversations
</li>Ability to perform in a stressful and high-pressure work environment 
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</li></ul> 
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree 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 
 
 
 
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
The starting pay range for this position is between $40,000-50,000.
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&rsquo;s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: 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:
00602346 Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS (Open)
&ldquo;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.&rdquo;
J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. 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.</div>

Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS

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Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS