Military Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Transportation

Military Supply Chain and Logistics Trainee - Transportation

As a Logistics Trainee, you will be part of a winning team that inspires the next chapter of growth after the military. Penske’s Logistics Trainee Program is a structured management trainee experience that provides hands‑on training across multiple logistics functions and prepares you for future leadership roles within Penske Logistics. You will discover opportunities to proactively improve our service promise to customers while being exposed to processes, policies, and procedures, all while working together on shared objectives.

At Penske you will be introduced to top‑tier technologies, collaborative teams, and ways to drive purposeful innovation and continuous improvement across our systems and operations. Things move fast ’ll be on a fast track to furthering your leadership career, with advancement opportunities upon graduation from the program.

• Transitioning from the military, or recently transitioned from the military within the last 1–3 years.
• Ability to apply your military leadership experience in a fast‑paced, people‑focused business.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.A.
• Ability to commute to Birmingham, AL daily; open to relocation after completion of the program.
• Program starts on the first of the month and lasts approximately 9–12 months.

Pay: $25.00 per hour with an average annual salary of $55,000 (including OT)

• Paid Time Off:
  Earn from Day 1!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance:
  Coverage begins the 1st of the month after hire date.
• 401K Plan:
  Eligible after 90 days.
• Associate Referral Program:
  Refer on Day 1 with generous payouts.
• Various associate discounts and growth opportunities.

This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates who want to gain valuable experience to launch their career with Penske. It is ideal for junior to mid‑level non‑commissioned officers and junior officers. The dedicated training program will prepare participants to oversee logistics operations including customer service, freight loading and unloading, dispatch, and documentation and procedure control. Hands‑on experience will help you learn to manage driver deliveries, loading/unloading of trailers, cross‑docking, and customer service operations in line with company objectives.

Support is provided by the Veteran Business Resource Group, including mentorship and resources. Upon graduation, graduates will lead a small group of hourly associates in a dedicated contract carriage operation.

• Ensure associates are motivated, engaged, trained, and competent, understanding how their work relates to customer business objectives.
• Foster a safe work environment by complying with and administering established safety and operational procedures.
• Understand location‑specific customer goals & objectives and work to meet and exceed expectations daily.
• Effectively resolve issues and monitor day‑to‑day operations for compliance using organizational and time‑management skills.
• Learn the Kaizen methodology and implement Lean processes.
• Evaluate and recommend changes in preferred work methods to increase productivity of dispatch operations.
• Properly plan work assignments to ensure effective use of fleet and equipment.

• Honorable discharge from the military within the last 1–3 years.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Data Science/Analytics or related field).
• Demonstrated leadership experience through school, community, clubs, organizations, or the military.
• Authorized to work in the United States (no sponsorship for employment visas).
• Internship or related work experience in a customer‑facing role preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn and navigate various technology platforms.
• Committed to learning and growing; receptive to feedback.
• High level of commitment to operations and job responsibilities.
• Results‑oriented, attention to detail, and strong time‑management and organizational skills.
• Builds and develops positive working relationships within the department at all levels.
• Willingness to relocate as required by business needs after completion of the program.
• Regular,…