Pathfinder (Leadership Resident)

Riverstone Logistics•Charlotte, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Riverstone Logistics (RLX) is committed to being an honest, reliable, dependable freight forwarding partner. Every day we are focused on fulfilling our Purpose of using our God-given talents and opportunities to love our neighbors, serve our communities, and improve our industry. RLX provides final mile deliveries through dedicated and network models for various clients in over 26 states across the United States. We love working with new clients that are looking to enhance their customer experience through final mile deliveries. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, RLX currently has over 700 employees and is always looking for new employees that demonstrate leadership capabilities and exceptional communication skills to grow with us at our home office as well as client sites across the United States. Position Summary Riverstones Management Trainee (Pathfinder) Program is designed to develop future leaders in our organization. This structured program provides hands-on experience across various business functions, equipping trainees with the skills and knowledge necessary for leadership roles. Trainees will participate in rotational assignments, receive mentorship, and undergo professional development to prepare them for managerial responsibilities. This role is meant to develop future leaders in the field of operations and other areas of a 3PL business. The training program is a 12-month rotational program with formal assessments conducted on progression and demonstrated proficiencies at several different intervals. Program Details: Start Date: June 15, 2026 Location: RLX Corporate Office / RLX Operations across the country Duration: 12 months Requirement of the program is that Pathfinders live in or are willing to relocate to within a 30 mile radius of our corporate office. WHO YOU ARE (The Ideal Candidate) You are an emerging leader who is eager to grow, take on challenges, and build a long-term career in operations or a related field. You are energized by hands-on learning and want to understand how the business works from the ground up. You take initiative and dont wait to be told what to doyou seek out opportunities to contribute and improve. You are resilient and able to handle pressure, feedback, and fast-paced environments with composure. You value accountability, teamwork, and doing the right thingeven when its difficult. You are open to relocation, travel, and new experiences as part of your development. You are motivated by impact and want to play a meaningful role in building and improving operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.
Ability to prioritize and organize work, along with strong follow-up, analytical, problem-solving, and sound decision-making skills
Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written forms with customers, employees, peers, and management.
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, workgroups, customers, supervisors)
Work self-directed with minimal supervision
Work independently and as a member of a team
Flexibility to operate, and self-driven to excel, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to and embrace new technology
Proficiency in MS Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel specifically)
Ability to travel across Riverstones network of locations as needed to support Field and/or Service Center Operations

Responsibilities

Participate in a structured rotational training program across different departments such as Operations, Brokerage, Finance, and Customer Service.
Learn and oversee core 3PL operations, including warehousing, distribution, inventory management, freight brokerage, and last-mile delivery.
Drive, maintain, and evangelize the Company culture, purpose, and core beliefs through hands-on training effective collaboration with Extra Milers (our employees) across the organization.
Gain hands-on experience by working on real business projects and problem-solving initiatives.
Learn and implement company policies, procedures, and best practices.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business operations and contribute to company growth.
Assist in developing strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
Work closely with senior leaders and mentors to receive guidance and career coaching.
Demonstrate leadership potential through performance, innovation, and teamwork.
Successfully complete assessments and evaluations throughout the program.
Support RLX leaders in the enforcement of company compliance standards.
Learn from and support RLX leaders in ensuring client quality and service standards are met.
Ensure the planning and scheduling of distribution services are executed in a timely manner.
Manage and perform activities related to dispatching, routing, and tracking transportation.
Support an environment that fosters open and positive team communication.
Build a strong rapport with our service providers and clients.
Enforce location safety management plans.
Perform other duties as assigned by location manager.