Sales and Operations Management Trainee

Penske•Dallas, TX

About The Position

As a Sales and Operations Management Trainee, you will use your degree to run a business and solve customer problems. Penske provides ongoing training and mentoring in sales, operations, finance, customer service, and technology. You will collaborate with a team while building a foundation in sales and operations, with opportunities to advance into management at locations nationwide. The role requires a flexible schedule, including weekend hours, and may involve travel within the district.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; a concentration in Business or Marketing is preferred.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Results-oriented approach, attention to detail, and good time-management skills.
Valid driver’s license and ability and willingness to drive Penske vehicles, including a 26-foot box truck.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Maintain a current driver qualification file as required by the role, including annual motor vehicle records checks, a successfully completed DOT physical, and safety performance history records from prior employers for the last three years.
CDL holders must complete DOT drug screening within 30 days of starting and are subject to an FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
Willingness to travel as necessary within the district, work the required schedule, and work at the specified location.
Complete a Penske employment application and submit to a background investigation and drug screening.
Ability to remain alert and work safely, accepting responsibility for personal and others’ safety.
Meet the position’s physical and mental demands, including reading, communicating, remembering and analyzing information, and understanding instructions.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Internship or related work experience in a customer-facing role.
Preferred concentration in Business or Marketing.

Responsibilities

Develop solutions for consumer and commercial customers, including local and national accounts.
Manage vehicle inventory while balancing fleet productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Generate new business leads and maintain existing customer relationships.
Ensure complete customer satisfaction.
Drive Penske and customer vehicles as required.