Manager Trainee
Core
Learning to manage a small driver count and non-traditional shifts to ensure safe, timely freight movement and customer service.
Role type
Entry-level manager trainee (transportation/logistics)
Builds
Freight delivery operations and fleet profitability
Domain
Transportation/Logistics
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
DOT compliance, load assignment, routing, fleet operations management, financial analysis, payroll administration, equipment maintenance coordination, safety culture enforcement, conflict resolution
Preferred skills
Team management, situational analysis, adaptability, client/vendor relationship management
Technologies
Internal and third-party customer systems
Responsibilities
Train and orient drivers and employees, optimize fleet operations for profitability, manage inventory and driver assignments, perform administrative duties like payroll and budget management, inspect and coordinate maintenance for equipment, resolve service and routing issues, maintain safety culture and DOT compliance, plan and monitor freight movement
Seniority
Entry-level, trainee