Sales and Operations Management Trainee

About the Role

As a Sales and Operations Management Trainee in a fast-paced environment, you will use your degree to run a business and solve problems for customers. Penske will provide ongoing training and mentoring in sales processes, leading-edge technology, and company culture to help you succeed in sales, operations, finance, customer service, and technology. You will collaborate with a driven team to build a foundation in sales and operations.

This position is located at the Penske facility at 65 Amflex Drive in Cranston, RI.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop consumer and commercial customer solutions for local and national accounts.
• Manage vehicle inventory, balancing fleet productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Generate new business leads and foster existing customer relationships.
• Ensure complete customer satisfaction.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business or Marketing.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Internship or related work experience in a customer-facing role preferred.
• Results-oriented, with attention to detail and good time management skills.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability and willingness to drive Penske vehicles, including a 26’ box truck.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential.
• This position is regulated by the DOT, requiring a current driver qualification file, including:
• Annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check.
• Successfully completed DOT Physical.
• Safety Performance History records request from prior employers (last 3 years).
• For CDL holders: DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to travel within the district as necessary.
• Ability to work the required schedule and at the specific location required.
• Completion of Penske employment application, background investigation, and drug screening are required.
• This position is designated as safety-sensitive, requiring constant alertness and safe operation.
• Ability to accept responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to read; communicate verbally and/or in written form.
• Ability to remember and analyze information.
• Ability to remember and understand instructions or guidelines.
• Ability to stand, walk, and sit.
• Frequent use of hands to touch, handle, and feel; reaching with hands and arms.
• Occasional ability to lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.