Management Trainee

Southeastern Freight Lines • Greenville, SC

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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 skills. Upon completion of the program, relocation to another facility for the first leadership role in Operations is required.

The trainee completes guided and independent leadership-program study and interfaces daily with Support Center and Service Center associates on training activities. The role also includes occasionally accompanying an Account Manager on customer sales calls and accompanying 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 aligns with company standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including effective listening abilities.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Very strong work ethic.
• Flexibility and readiness to relocate as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete the 16-week leadership training program, including guided and independent study.
• Learn the basic principles of the transportation industry, efficient cross-dock operations, leadership communication, and relationship building.
• Interface daily with appropriate Support Center and Service Center associates to complete aspects of the training program.
• 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 trainee program for the first leadership role in Operations.

What This Job Offers

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