Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Transportation

Supply Chain and Logistics Management Trainee - Transportation

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As a Logistics Trainee, you will be part of a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth. You will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while being exposed to processes, policies, and procedures and focusing together on shared objectives. Penske offers top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and opportunities to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement. You will move fast and be on a fast track to leadership with advancement opportunities upon graduation from the program.

• You’ve earned an undergraduate degree.
• Your leadership track record is evident in class, campus, community, or military.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S. and are not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• The program starts on the first of the month and lasts approximately 9‑12 months.
• You can commute to the city, state daily; relocation is open after completion.

Typical rotation includes freight loading/unloading, dispatch, cross‑docking, customer service operations, and documentation and procedure control. Hands‑on experience helps you effectively manage driver deliveries and operational costs. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to lead a small group of hourly associates.

• Motivate, engage, and train associates to meet customer business objectives.
• Foster a safe work environment through compliance with safe and operational procedures.
• Work to meet and exceed customer goals on a daily basis.
• Resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time‑management skills.
• Learn and implement Kaizen methodology and Lean processes.
• Evaluate and recommend changes in work methods to increase productivity of dispatch operations.
• Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet / equipment.

• Willingness to relocate based on business needs or upon completion of the program.
• Bachelor’s degree required – Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics or related field is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership through school, community, clubs, or military.
• Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship).
• Internship or related work experience in a customer‑facing role preferred.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to learn and navigate various technology platforms.
• Committed to learning and growth; receptive to feedback and development.
• High level of commitment to operations and job responsibilities.
• Results‑oriented, detail oriented, and effective time‑management and organizational skills.
• Builds positive working relationships at all levels.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.
• Willingness to travel, work required schedule, and work at required location.

• You must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch/handle items, and lift up to 25 lbs (12 kg).
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pay: $25.00 per hour (average annual $55,000 including overtime).
Benefits: Paid time off, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, 401(k) with eligibility after 90 days, associate referral program.

Penske Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. All candidates are required to complete a Penske employment application, background investigation, and drug screening.

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Penske Logistics engineers state‑of‑the‑art transportation, warehousing and freight management solutions that deliver powerful business results. With operations across North America, South America, Europe and Asia, Penske helps clients increase visibility and reduce supply‑chain costs.

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