About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Logistics & Warehouse.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

As a Management Trainee, you will participate in an Operations Management Trainee Program designed to prepare you for an initial leadership/supervisory role in operations. This is an entry-level training role consisting of an intensive 16-week curriculum plus hands-on on-site experience.

• Complete a structured 16-week leadership and operations curriculum under the guidance of a mentor.
• Learn cross-dock and warehouse operations, freight handling, and process workflows.
• Shadow Account Managers on customer calls to learn client-facing communication.
• Ride along on local delivery routes occasionally to understand the delivery lifecycle.
• Interface daily with Support Center and Service Center associates to complete training milestones.
• Prepare for relocation to another facility for your first operations leadership assignment upon successful completion of the program.

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Responsibilities

• Follow a guided training plan and complete assigned study modules and on-the-job activities.
• Assist in cross-dock and terminal operations to gain operational competence.
• Observe and learn operational leadership tasks, including supervising teams and coordinating workflows.
• Support administrative tasks that require basic computer skills (scheduling, reporting, documentation).
• Communicate professionally with peers, drivers, and customers.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow all safety and compliance procedures.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, Business, or related field — OR a minimum of two years of related work experience.
• Acceptable driving history that meets client standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective listening abilities.
• Basic computer literacy (email, MS Office or comparable tools).
• Professional appearance and demeanor; reliable attendance and a strong work ethic.
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate for the initial leadership assignment after program completion.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or internship experience in logistics, transportation, or operations.
• Demonstrated leadership potential (team lead, project work, or supervisory experience).
• Familiarity with cross-dock or terminal operational systems is a plus.

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Compensation & Location

• Location: Suwanee, GA (relocation for first leadership role may be required after program completion).
• Average Annual Starting Pay (as listed by client): $50,000–$60,000 (may vary based on location, experience, and qualifications).
• Estimated/UI salary shown on some listings: $43,396 per year — refer to client for exact offer details.

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Work Schedule

• First Shift (standard daytime operations). Schedule details will be confirmed by the hiring manager.

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Why Join

• Fast-track into an operations leadership role through a focused management training program.
• Gain broad exposure to logistics operations, customer interaction, and leadership responsibilities.
• Mentorship and on-the-job experience that prepare you for supervisory responsibilities in a growing logistics environment.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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