Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Transportation

Are you ready to move your career forward?

As a Logistics Trainee, you will be part of a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth. Penske's Logistics Trainee Program is our management trainee experience built specifically for individuals interested in supply chain careers, logistics operations, and leadership development. This structured program provides hands‑on training across multiple logistics functions and prepares you for future leadership roles within Penske Logistics.

You will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while being exposed to processes, policies, and procedures, all while working together on shared objectives.

At Penske you will be introduced to top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and ways to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement across our systems and operations. Things move fast  will too. You'll be on a fast track to furthering your leadership career, with advancement opportunities upon graduation from the program.

• Undergraduate degree.
• Leadership track record evident in class, campus, community, or military.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Unable to sponsor employment visas.
• Program starts on the first of the month and lasts approximately 9‑12 months.
• Must be able to commute to "city, state" daily; open to relocation after completion of the program.

Pay: $25.00 per hour with an average annual of $55,000 (including overtime).

Benefits: Our excellent benefits plan keeps associates and their families happy, healthy, and secure. To learn more visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• Paid Time Off: Start earning from Day 1.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance: Coverage starts the 1st of the month after hire date.
• 401K Plan: Eligible after 90 days.
• Associate Referral Program: Start referring on Day 1 with generous payouts.

Our associates also enjoy numerous associate discounts and opportunities to grow with the organization.

This position is best suited for candidates who want to gain valuable experience to launch their career with Penske. Our dedicated training program will prepare you to oversee logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch, and proper documentation and procedure control.

Hands‑on experience will help you learn to effectively manage driver deliveries, loading/unloading of trailers, cross‑docking, and customer service operations in a manner consistent with company services and cost objectives. Upon graduation you will be prepared to lead a small group of hourly associates in a dedicated contract carriage operation.

• Ensure associates are motivated, engaged, trained, competent, and understand how their work relates to the customer's business objectives.
• Foster a safe work environment by complying with and administering established safety and operational procedures.
• Understand the location‑specific customer goals & objectives and work to meet and exceed these expectations daily.
• Effectively resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time‑management skills.
• Learn the Kaizen methodology and implement Lean processes.
• Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of dispatch operations.
• Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet/equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree required – in Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics or related field is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership through school, community, clubs/organizations, or the 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 growing; receptive to feedback and developing self‑awareness.
• High level of commitment to operation and job responsibilities.
• Results oriented, attention to detail, effective time management and organizational skills.
• Builds and develops positive working relationships within…