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Sales and Operations Management Trainee

Confidential Client•Transportation
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$84,022
Fort Wayne, Indiana
A Day Ago

The Sales and Operations Management Trainee at Confidential Client is an entry-level, full-time role focused on developing skills in sales, operations, finance, and customer service within a dynamic transportation environment. The trainee will manage vehicle inventory, generate business leads, and ensure customer satisfaction while complying with DOT regulations and safety standards. This position offers comprehensive training, mentoring, and career advancement opportunities across Confidential Client's nationwide locations.

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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.


What You’ll Do

This entry-level Sales and Operations Management Trainee role places you on a fast track to management within a logistics & warehouse business. You will rotate through sales, operations, finance, customer service and technology functions while receiving hands-on training and mentoring.

  • Support and develop customer solutions for consumer and commercial accounts, including regional and national customers.
  • Manage vehicle inventory and day-to-day fleet productivity to balance profitability and customer satisfaction.
  • Generate new business leads and nurture existing customer relationships.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and participate in training programs to build skills for future management roles.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree required (business, marketing, or related field preferred).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Internship or prior customer-facing experience is preferred but not required.
  • Results-oriented with attention to detail and strong time-management skills.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel within the district as needed.
  • Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to drive company vehicles, including box trucks.

Requirements & Compliance

This position involves driving company and customer vehicles and is safety-sensitive and regulated by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Applicants must be able to meet and maintain required qualifications.

  • Maintain a current driver qualification file as required for DOT-regulated roles.
  • Successful completion of an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check and a DOT physical.
  • Safety Performance History records request from prior employers (as required).
  • CDL holders will be subject to DOT drug screening within 30 days of hire and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks where applicable.
  • Completion of a criminal background check, employment and education verification, and pre-employment drug screening may be required.
  • Regular, predictable full attendance is an essential function of this job.

Confidential Client will provide reasonable accommodations as required by law for qualified applicants with disabilities.


Physical Requirements & Work Environment

  • Ability to stand, walk, and sit as needed throughout a typical shift.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms to handle equipment and paperwork.
  • Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs (12 kg).
  • Specific vision abilities required: close and distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Work takes place in a fast-paced logistics/operations environment with exposure to vehicles and yard environments.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay: $25.00 per hour (as stated by the employer).
  • Employment Type: Full-time; internship opportunities may be available as part of the training program.
  • Benefits and incentives: competitive benefits package, associate discounts, and advancement opportunities across a nationwide location network.
  • Training & career development: structured training, mentoring and clear progression toward management roles.

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.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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