Supply Chain and Logistics Management Trainee - Warehouse

Supply Chain and Logistics Management Trainee – Warehouse

Are you ready to move your career forward? As a Logistics Trainee, you will join a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth. You will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while learning about processes, policies, and procedures and working together on shared objectives.

At Penske you will be introduced to top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and the chance to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement within our systems and operations. Things move fast at Penske—you’ll be on a fast‑track to further your leadership career, with advancement opportunities upon graduation from the program.

• The program begins on the first of each month and lasts approximately 9‑12 months.
• Graduates will be prepared to lead a small group of hourly associates in a distribution center management operation.
• Program participants can relocate after completion of the program. Candidates must be able to commute to the specified city and state daily.

• Ensure associates are motivated, trained, and competent, and understand how their work relates to customer business objectives.
• Foster a safe work environment by complying with and administering established safety and operational procedures.
• Understand location‑specific customer goals & objectives, and work to meet and exceed these expectations daily.
• Resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time‑management skills.
• Develop a thorough working knowledge of the site’s operating systems to ensure compliance and exception resolution.
• Learn and implement Kaizen methodology and Lean processes.
• Apply basic principles of inventory management, receiving, storage, and shipping in a warehouse environment.

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

• Must be able to read, communicate verbally and/or in written form, and understand instructions.
• Must stand, walk, sit, and use hands to touch, handle and feel. May occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs./12 kg.
• Vision required: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Pay: $25.00 per hour (average annual $55,000, including overtime)

• Paid Time Off – start earning from Day 1.
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance – coverage starts the 1st of the month after hire date.
• 401(k) – eligible after 90 days.
• Associate Referral Program – start referring on Day 1 with generous payouts.
• Associate discounts and growth opportunities within the organization.

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All candidates are required to complete a Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer. EEO Statement:
Penske is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

For additional information, contact the Penske Logistics recruiting team at 1‑888‑236‑3560 or visit