Fleet Operations Manager Trainee

jbhunt; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

JB Hunt in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Manager Trainee (May 2027) in the Supply Chain department. Under supervision, you will learn managing a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, ensuring safe and timely freight movement, load assignment, and top-tier customer service.

The program trains you to comply with DOT regulations, manage driver performance, and coordinate with drivers, customers, and internal teams to optimize routing, planning, and reporting for improved profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in management/transportation/logistics.
• Willingness to travel to account, customer and company events as applicable.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and weekends if needed.

Responsibilities

• Learn to build and maintain relationships with drivers and carriers to ensure seamless operations.
• Fill in for absent personnel and assist with special projects to optimize fleet operations.
• Learn to manage driver training, payroll, budgeting, and reporting processes.

Skills

Team management

Conflict resolution

Adaptability

Customer service focus

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field

High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of experience in management, transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, or related field, and/or equivalent military experience

Job description

JB Hunt in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a Manager Trainee (May 2027) in the Supply Chain department. Under supervision, you will learn managing a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, ensuring safe and timely freight movement, load assignment, and top-tier customer service.

The program trains you to comply with DOT regulations, manage driver performance, and coordinate with drivers, customers, and internal teams to optimize routing, planning, and reporting for improved profitability.