Sales and Operations Management Trainee

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a leading global transportation provider renowned for delivering innovative transportation, logistics, and technology services that enable companies and individuals to move forward efficiently. Headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, Penske is committed to excellence and customer success, operating a vast network of locations across the United States and nationwide. Known for its customer-centric approach, Penske offers comprehensive solutions encompassing truck leasing, logistics management, and fleet maintenance, which positions it as a trusted partner in the transportation industry.

The company culture emphasizes teamwork, high energy, and personal growth, all underpinned by ongoing training and mentoring programs. Penske’s dedication to fostering talent and promoting from within enables employees to build rewarding careers with advancement opportunities available across hundreds of locations nationwide.

This entry-level Sales and Operations Management Trainee position, based in South Bend, Indiana, is ideal for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who are eager to launch their management career in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Offering a competitive hourly rate of $25, this role provides hands-on experience managing diverse aspects of the business, including sales, operations, finance, technology, and customer service. Trainees will learn through practical exposure to Penske’s sales processes and proprietary technology, supported by a culture that values initiative, quick decision-making, and problem-solving.

In this role, you will develop solutions for both consumer and commercial customers, including handling large local and national accounts. Managing a large inventory of world-class vehicles, you will balance fleet productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring the business operates efficiently. The role requires generating new business leads and nurturing existing customer relationships, all while delivering exceptional customer service in a demanding work environment.

The Sales and Operations Management Trainee position is designed with career progression in mind, providing a platform for motivated individuals to advance rapidly into management roles. The company offers flexible schedules, comprehensive benefits, and various associate incentives and discount programs. Additionally, this role involves some driving responsibilities and requires compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license with the ability and willingness to operate Penske vehicles, including 26-foot box trucks.

The physical and mental demands of this job require an associate who can maintain safety consciousness at all times and perform tasks such as occasional lifting, sustained standing or walking, and effective verbal and written communication. Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

If you are a results-oriented individual with strong communication skills and a passion for developing your career in sales and operations management, this position offers an outstanding opportunity to join a respected industry leader driving innovation and growth.