Manager Trainee

Job Description

Manager Trainee | J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

The Tone:
This is a full-time, in-person development role at J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., a leading transportation and logistics organization. This position is crucial for learning the essential functions of managing freight movement, driver compliance, and customer service to ensure safe, timely operations. The role supports the company’s commitment to regulatory compliance and operational excellence within its extensive network.

The TL;DR
• Role: Manager Trainee
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, various locations (relocation encouraged)
• Pay: $46100–$63000 yearly
• Mission: To learn and manage safe, timely freight movement, driver compliance, and provide excellent customer service for small driver count or non-traditional shifts.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Logistics Management: Plan, route, and monitor freight movement, assign loads, and manage exceptions to ensure safe, on-time service and customer requirements are met.
• Driver & Carrier Relations: Build and maintain professional relationships with drivers and outside carriers to maximize ongoing productivity and minimize turnover.
• Operational Oversight: Learn to manage small driver count and/or non-traditional shifts, overseeing compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
• Performance & Financial Analysis: Analyze fleet efficiency and profitability, measure key performance indicators, and present customer-specific reporting and financial analysis.
• Administrative & Yard Duties: Perform administrative tasks such as payroll, budget management, driver counseling, and manage yard operations including equipment checks and minor repairs.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level management or transportation/logistics background, requiring a high school diploma/GED with up to four years of relevant experience, current enrollment in a degree program, or a Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience: Up to four years of equivalent education, experience, and training. Must be available to work nights and/or weekends, and willing to travel to account, customer, and company events when applicable.
• Skills: Conflict resolution, analytical decision-making, adaptability, effective communication, and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Bonus: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management, Supply Chain Management, or Transportation Logistics with at least one year of related experience.