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

This Manager Trainee role is an entry-level leadership position within a logistics & warehouse environment. Under general supervision you will be trained to support day-to-day fleet and driver operations, learn DOT compliance, and develop the operational, administrative, and people-management skills needed to run a small driver pool or non-traditional shift (including nights and weekends).

• Learn to plan, route, assign loads, and monitor freight to ensure safe, on-time delivery.
• Support driver management, including orientation, training, counseling, and safety briefings.
• Assist with compliance activities to meet DOT and company safety standards.
• Help manage yard operations and basic equipment checks/repairs; coordinate preventative maintenance.
• Perform administrative duties: payroll support, invoicing, P&L review assistance, and operational reporting.
• Build and maintain relationships with drivers, external carriers, customers, and internal teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by tracking KPIs, analyzing performance, and proposing operational improvements.
• Fill in for absent personnel and assist on special projects that improve fleet efficiency and profitability.

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications — candidates must meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field; OR
• High School Diploma/GED plus at least 1 year of experience in management, transportation/logistics, account management, business administration, or equivalent military experience.

Additional requirements:

• Willingness to work across multiple shifts (including nights and weekends) when needed.
• Ability and willingness to travel regionally to customer and company locations; may require regional relocation depending on account assignment.
• Strong attention to detail, reliable judgment, and commitment to safety and compliance.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience managing or supervising a team (even at a small scale).
• Familiarity with DOT regulations and safety programs.
• Analytical skills: able to read and interpret P&L and operational reports.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with drivers, vendors, and customers.
• Adaptability in changing operational environments and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Internship or prior experience in transportation/logistics is a plus.

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Compensation & Incentives

• Estimated annual pay (as provided in the source posting): $76,234 per year (estimated). Actual starting pay may vary based on skills, experience, education, and location.
• This role may be eligible for annual bonuses or incentive pay tied to profitability or volume metrics in accordance with the client’s incentive programs.

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Benefits (for full-time employees)

The confidential client’s benefits package may include (subject to eligibility and client policy):

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage (short- and long-term)
• Paid time off (vacation and sick leave) and paid parental leave
• Paid holidays and other location-specific benefits

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Location & Work Conditions

• Job location: Carrollton, TX (75007) — work is site-based with regional travel as required.
• This is a full-time position; schedule may include non-traditional shifts (nights/weekends) depending on account needs.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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What We Value

Careertakes and our client seek motivated, safety-first candidates who want to grow into operations and people leadership roles within transportation and logistics. If you bring strong interpersonal skills, an eagerness to learn, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, this role offers structured training and potential career advancement.

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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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