Management Trainee

Southeastern Freight Lines • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Management Trainee participates in an Operations Management Trainee Program, an intensive 16-week entry-level training program designed to prepare the trainee for an initial leadership or supervisory role in operations. Under the direction of a mentor, the trainee learns transportation industry fundamentals, efficient cross-dock operations, leadership communication, and relationship building. After completing the program, relocation to another facility is required for the trainee’s first operations leadership role.

The trainee completes guided and independent leadership training, works with Support Center and Service Center associates on program activities, observes an Account Manager during customer sales calls, and occasionally accompanies drivers on local delivery routes to learn about freight delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation or Logistics, or at least two years of related work experience.
• Acceptable driving history that meets company standards.
• Flexibility and readiness to relocate as needed.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including effective listening.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Very strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Complete the leadership training program, including guided and independent study.
• Interface daily with appropriate Support Center and Service Center associates to complete training activities.
• Accompany and observe an Account Manager during customer sales calls.
• Occasionally accompany drivers on local delivery routes to understand the freight delivery process.
• Relocate to another facility after completing the program for the first leadership role in Operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level