Manager Trainee
Core
Train to manage a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, ensuring safe and timely freight movement, load assignment, and customer service.
Role type
Entry-level manager trainee (supply chain/transportation)
Builds
Fleet operations, driver compliance, and customer service delivery
Domain
Transportation/Logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
DOT regulations compliance, fleet operations management, load assignment and routing, driver training and orientation, financial analysis and reporting, inventory and asset management, safety culture enforcement, conflict resolution
Preferred skills
Team management experience, situational analysis and decision-making, adaptability, client and vendor relationship management
Technologies
Internal and third-party customer systems, P&L statements, operational and financial reporting tools
Responsibilities
Learn to build and maintain relationships with drivers and carriers; fill in for absent personnel and support special projects; utilize personnel management including training; maximize fleet efficiency and profitability; manage inventory, assets, and driver assignments; perform administrative duties like payroll and budget management; manage yard operations and equipment maintenance; resolve service and routing issues; maintain safety culture and enforce policies; assign loads and monitor freight movement.
Seniority
Entry-level, training program (1–6 months)