Logistics Operations Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; 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 is seeking a Manager Trainee in Lowell, Arkansas to learn and support the management of a small driver count, including nights and weekends. You will focus on safe freight movement, load planning, and excellent customer service under supervision.

The role leads to operating efficiency, performance reporting, and adherence to DOT regulations as you gain hands-on experience with fleet operations and driver management in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field OR 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.
• Ability to travel to account, customer, and company event locations when applicable.
• Ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed.
• Regional relocation may be required depending on assignments.

Responsibilities

• Learn to build positive professional relationships with drivers and safe outside carriers.
• Fill in for absent personnel and participate in special projects to optimize fleet operations and profitability.
• Learn to manage driver training, payroll, budgets, and reporting.
• Coordinate loads, routes, and on-time delivery to meet customer requirements.
• Ensure DOT compliance and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Team management

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Relationship building

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree or GED equivalence

Job description

J.B. Hunt is seeking a Manager Trainee in Lowell, Arkansas to learn and support the management of a small driver count, including nights and weekends. You will focus on safe freight movement, load planning, and excellent customer service under supervision.

The role leads to operating efficiency, performance reporting, and adherence to DOT regulations as you gain hands-on experience with fleet operations and driver management in a dynamic environment.