Logistics Operations Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Parental leave

Six paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Manager Trainee in Conroe, TX to learn driver fleet management, scheduling, and customer service. The role focuses on coordinating with drivers and carriers to ensure safe, on-time freight movement while advancing through management training.

The program emphasizes DOT compliance, profitability, and cross-functional collaboration across Supply Chain operations. Travel and shift flexibility are anticipated as part of development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field or High School Diploma/GED with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Willing to travel to account, customer and company events; willing to relocate regionally as needed.
• Experience managing a team and the ability to resolve conflicts with strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn to manage a small driver count and non-traditional shifts, including nights and weekends.
• Build positive relationships with drivers and carriers to ensure productivity and proper carrier setup.
• Assist with fleet optimization, profitability, and performance reporting.
• Perform payroll, budgeting, invoicing, and other administrative duties.
• Plan loads, routes, and monitor freight to meet customer requirements and DOT compliance.

Skills

Team management

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Relationship building

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Logistics/Supply Chain

High School Diploma/GED + 1 year relevant experience

Job description

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Manager Trainee in Conroe, TX to learn driver fleet management, scheduling, and customer service. The role focuses on coordinating with drivers and carriers to ensure safe, on-time freight movement while advancing through management training.

The program emphasizes DOT compliance, profitability, and cross-functional collaboration across Supply Chain operations. Travel and shift flexibility are anticipated as part of development.