Manager Trainee

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager Trainee to oversee a small driver team and ensure efficient freight movement. This role involves managing relationships with drivers and outside carriers, optimizing fleet operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong conflict resolution and analytical skills, along with a commitment to customer service. This position offers opportunities for career growth and nationwide relocation, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance in the transportation and logistics sector.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Holidays

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Up to 4 years of relevant experience or currently enrolled in a degree program.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small driver team and ensure safe freight movement.
• Train drivers and participate in optimizing fleet operations.
• Oversee yard operations and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Relationship building

Customer service

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s in Business Administration/Management

Bachelor’s in Business Communications

Job description

Job Summary:
Under general supervision, this position is responsible for managing a small driver team and/or non-traditional shifts (including nights and weekends). The role ensures safe and timely freight movement, load assignment, and provides excellent customer service. The candidate will be trained to ensure compliance with DOT regulations and oversee driver compliance and company policies, working with internal and external contacts to plan, route, monitor, and deliver freight efficiently.

Shift: Flexibility is required. Must be open to relocation after training.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Build and maintain positive relationships with drivers and outside carriers to ensure seamless carrier setup, reduce turnover, and maximize productivity.
2. Fill in for absent staff and participate in projects aimed at optimizing fleet operations and profitability.
3. Train and orient drivers and employees, including assisting with internal and third-party systems.
4. Maximize fleet efficiency, recommend improvements, measure KPIs, and prepare customer reports and financial analyses, often through face-to-face interactions.
5. Manage inventory, assets, and driver assignments to balance equipment in the market.
6. Perform administrative duties such as payroll, budget management, driver counseling, accident reviews, documentation, pay issue resolution, and financial reporting.
7. Oversee yard operations including equipment inspections, repairs, and coordinating maintenance to ensure safety and compliance.
8. Collaborate with drivers, customers, and staff to resolve service issues, routing, mechanical problems, and other operational challenges.
9. Maintain the company's safety culture through driver safety messages, training, reviews, and policy enforcement to ensure DOT compliance.
10. Plan and monitor freight movements, assign loads, and adjust routes to ensure on-time delivery and meet customer requirements.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED, with up to 4 years of relevant experience and training; or currently enrolled in a degree program with up to 2 years of experience; or a Bachelor’s degree with flexibility to work various shifts including nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or equivalent.

Skills & Abilities: Conflict resolution, analytical thinking, adaptability, relationship building, customer service, effective communication, problem-solving.

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Compensation: Salary factors include skills, education, experience, location, and qualifications. May include bonuses and incentives based on company profitability and volume.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, parental leave, and holidays, subject to eligibility.

Education: GED or High School required; Bachelor’s in Business Administration/Management or Business Communications preferred.

Work Experience: Entry-level management, transportation/logistics.

Job Opening ID: 00584319 Manager Trainee (Open)

J.B. Hunt is committed to equal employment opportunity and offers career growth, nationwide relocation, and a supportive work environment.