Sales & Operations Trainee — Fast-Track to Leadership

Penske Truck Leasing; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Penske Truck Leasing is seeking a Sales and Operations Management Trainee in Newport News, VA. You will use your degree to run a business and quickly solve problems for customers who depend on you for success.

You’ll receive training on our sales processes, tools, and culture while working with a high-energy team. Expect structured mentorship, flexible schedules, and a path to management across hundreds of locations nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferred concentration in Business or Marketing
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Internship or related work experience in a customer facing role preferred
• Results oriented, attention to detail and good time management skills
• A valid driver’s license is required, as is the ability and willingness to drive Penske vehicles, including a 26’ box truck
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role. The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years. Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel as necessary within the district (customers yards, close geographical area and training sites), work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop consumer and commercial customer solutions to local and national accounts - including many of the Fortune 500.
• Manage our large inventory of world class and nationally recognized vehicles, balancing fleet productivity, profitability and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced and dynamic workspace
• Generate new business leads as well as foster existing customer relationships
• Ensure complete customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Penske Truck Leasing is seeking a Sales and Operations Management Trainee in Newport News, VA. You will use your degree to run a business and quickly solve problems for customers who depend on you for success.

You’ll receive training on our sales processes, tools, and culture while working with a high-energy team. Expect structured mentorship, flexible schedules, and a path to management across hundreds of locations nationwide.