Carrier Onboarding Representative - JBT

Lowell, AR - JB Hunt Corporate B & C

Full time

00645890

Job Title:

Carrier Onboarding Representative - JBT

Department:

Supply Chain

Country:

United States of America

State/Province:

Arkansas

City:

Lowell

Full/Part Time:

Full time

Job Summary:

Under routine supervision, the position is responsible for working with external third parties to market, source, solicit, and screen potential independent carriers. Responsible for ensuring prospective carriers meet minimum contracting conditions including safety and insurance requirements of J.B. Hunt and the DOT. The incumbent must focus also on maintaining successful carrier relationships.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with gathering necessary items from carrier to expedite the onboarding process

• Track leads for new carriers that could develop into a working relationship to drive external capacity growth

• Meet or exceed departmental goals for outbound calls, financial returns, and/or capacity growth

• Explain the process to be an approved carrier and maintain status of activity in the qualification process within the company's outsource capacity database

• Evaluate and determine whether prospective carriers meet minimum contracting conditions including insurance and safety requirements of J.B. Hunt and the DOT through a prescribed qualification process utilizing carrier management tools such as Safersys and internal partners such as Corporate Safety

• Create and deliver marketing materials and sales presentations to communicate and demonstrate the value and benefits of our diversified business model for carriers to partner with the J.B. Hunt network in order to increase carrier base

• Build relationships via cold-calling, email, and online databases with potential carriers by explaining the value of carrying with J.B. Hunt in order to create and maintain a pipeline of contacts. Focus is on developing relationships with big carriers by physical cold-calling and relationship negotiation

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent with 1-2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management, Marketing or Communication with 1-2 years of direct sales experience

Experience in a sales position

Experience in recruiting

Experience in the transportation industry

Knowledge of J.B. Hunt

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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:

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: Business Communications, Bachelors: Marketing, GED (Required), High School (Required)

Work Experience:

Business Administration, Sales

Certifications:

Job Opening ID:

00645890 Carrier Onboarding Representative - JBT (Open)

“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 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.

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? Why Us?

We are a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt Transport. Inc. or Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. 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?

We welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our teams. 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 with us could take your career to the next level.

J.B. Hunt is proud to serve individuals of all abilities. If you need assistance completing your application, please contact us at [email protected] .

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. affirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment in all terms and conditions of employment. J.B. Hunt is committed to both the spirit and the letter of affirmative action law and continues its good-faith efforts to comply with all applicable government laws and regulations. The company is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity. J.B. Hunt will recruit, hire, compensate, offer benefits to, upgrade, train, layoff, terminate, and/or promote individuals without discrimination in regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases by applicable law.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. offers reasonable accommodation in the employment process for individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance in the application process due to a disability, you may request accommodation at any time by calling 1-800-777-4968.