Logistics Manager Trainee: Fleet Ops & Leadership

J.B. Hunt; Maryland; On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt is seeking an entry-level Manager Trainee focused on learning the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts.

You will be trained to ensure DOT compliance and provide best-in-class service, coordinating with drivers, customers, and internal teams to plan, route, monitor, and deliver freight. The role offers exposure to payroll, budget management, driver safety programs, and ongoing performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or HS diploma with 1 year of experience in management/transportation/logistics/business administration.
• Willing to travel to account locations and event sites when applicable.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Learn to build and maintain positive professional relationships with drivers and safe carriers to ensure seamless new carrier set-up and productivity.
• Fill in for absent personnel and work on projects to optimize fleet operations and profitability.
• Learn to train and orient drivers and internal staff, including customer systems.
• Assist in measuring KPIs, preparing customer reporting, and financial analysis at customer sites.
• Gain knowledge to manage inventory, assets, and driver assignments to balance equipment.

Skills

Experience managing a team

Conflict management

Relationship building

Education

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

High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of related experience

Job description

J.B. Hunt is seeking an entry-level Manager Trainee focused on learning the management of a small driver count and non-traditional shifts.

You will be trained to ensure DOT compliance and provide best-in-class service, coordinating with drivers, customers, and internal teams to plan, route, monitor, and deliver freight. The role offers exposure to payroll, budget management, driver safety programs, and ongoing performance reporting.