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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Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Manager Trainee to be cross-trained across fleet and supply chain operations. This entry-level management training role is designed for candidates who want hands-on experience in driver and carrier management, DOT compliance, load planning, and day-to-day operations of a logistics account. The role includes structured training, on-the-job coaching, and opportunities to support continuous improvement and reporting.

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What You’ll Do

• Learn to manage a small driver count and/or non-traditional shifts (including nights and weekends) to ensure safe, on-time movement of freight.
• Support load assignment, routing, monitoring, and handling freight exceptions to meet customer requirements.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with drivers, carriers, customers, and internal teams to minimize turnover and maximize productivity.
• Assist with new carrier setup, driver training and orientation, and use of internal and customer systems.
• Support administrative tasks including payroll support, invoicing, basic P&L review, and preparation of operational/financial reports.
• Participate in yard and equipment management: inspections, coordinating preventative maintenance, and minor equipment repairs or part replacements.
• Learn to measure and present KPIs and customer-specific reporting, including face-to-face interactions at customer sites when required.
• Support safety initiatives: daily safety messages, monthly briefings, quarterly training, and DOT compliance activities.
• Fill in for absent personnel and work on projects aimed at improving fleet efficiency and profitability.
• Be available for on-call support as required to resolve routing, service, or mechanical issues.

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Qualifications

Minimum qualification (required):

• High school diploma/GED OR currently enrolled in a degree program (or equivalent education/experience). Ability to work multiple shifts including nights/weekends when needed. Willingness to travel to account, customer, or company events as applicable.

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus ~1 year of related experience in business administration, supply chain, transportation/logistics, customer service, or entry-level management.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain relationships with drivers, vendors, and customers.
• Good analytical and decision-making skills; able to interpret operational data and make recommendations.
• Adaptable to changing environments and priorities.
• Able to identify, anticipate, and resolve operational or process problems.
• Comfortable working in safety- and compliance-driven environments (DOT/regulatory focus).

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Expected starting pay: $46,200 – $69,300 per year (starting pay may vary based on skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications).
• May be eligible for annual bonus/incentives per company programs.
• Benefits for eligible full-time employees may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off (vacation/sick), parental leave (maternity and parental leave), and paid holidays — subject to applicable eligibility rules.

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Location & Work Hours

• This opportunity is for the logistics/warehouse industry and will be based at the Confidential Client account location (local to Cudahy / South Gate, CA area per posting).
• Role may require multi-shift coverage (including nights/weekends) and occasional travel to customer or company event locations.
• Candidates should be prepared for on-call rotations as part of operational coverage.

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Legal & Compliance Notes

• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws for the locations where this role is posted.
• This role requires adherence to DOT and safety regulations; reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

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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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