Aspiring Supply Chain Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

J.B. Hunt in Joliet, IL seeks a Manager Trainee to learn the management of driver count and non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends, ensuring safe and timely freight service. Training covers DOT compliance and driver/corporate regulations, with exposure to planning, routing, and reporting.

The program emphasizes profitability, fleet optimization, payroll, and customer-focused operations, while building professional relationships with drivers and carriers across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with relevant education or training.
• Willingness to pursue degree program(s) while employed.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Learn to manage driver shifts and ensure safe, timely freight movement.
• Assist with payroll, Net-Revenue budget, and financial reporting tasks.
• Develop relationships with drivers, carriers, and customers.
• Plan loads, routes, monitor service, and ensure DOT compliance.

Skills

Conflict management

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Relationship building

Customer service

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Logistics

GED

High School Diploma

Job description

J.B. Hunt in Joliet, IL seeks a Manager Trainee to learn the management of driver count and non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends, ensuring safe and timely freight service. Training covers DOT compliance and driver/corporate regulations, with exposure to planning, routing, and reporting.

The program emphasizes profitability, fleet optimization, payroll, and customer-focused operations, while building professional relationships with drivers and carriers across shifts.