Management Trainee

About the role

Western Express offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a supportive, family-oriented workplace culture. Our state-of-the-art campus, built in 2020, features three on-site gyms, guided fitness classes, and a cafeteria. We pride ourselves on promoting from within and fostering a culture of continuous growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily with your team of drivers to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Ensure on-time delivery of all freight shipments.
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve company-wide goals and initiatives.
• Develop strong relationships with drivers, serving as their main point of contact for any road-related issues and supporting their professional growth within the organization.
• Communicate safety expectations to drivers to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
• Maintain and track freight shipments to confirm timely deliveries.
• Aid leadership with special projects as needed.
• Take on additional responsibilities and tasks as they arise.
• Uphold and exemplify the company’s Core Values.
• Escalate critical issues to leadership in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Relevant experience in sales or management within the transportation industry.
• Demonstrated track record of achievement and success, with the ability to lead by example.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome challenges.
• Excellent prioritization skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A competitive mindset and a drive to succeed.
• A "refuse-to-lose" mentality, with a commitment to excellence in all tasks.

Benefits

The role offers the opportunity to learn, grow, and become a key player in the freight management team while advancing toward leadership positions. Western Express, Inc. is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and maintains a policy of non-discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The company also ensures reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.