Manager in Training, Cranberry
PLS Logistics Services
Cranberry Township, PA0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
PLS Logistics Services is seeking ambitious individuals for its Manager in Training (MIT) Program. This is a 4-month rotational experience designed to develop future logistics leaders by providing hands-on experience in core functions of a third-party logistics (3PL) provider.
Program Timeline
- Months 1–2: Sales Training
- Learn to build a book of business.
- Negotiate pricing.
- Close deals in freight brokerage.
- Month 3: Operations Training
- Understand carrier management.
- Shipment coverage.
- Service resolution.
- Month 4: Corporate Rotations
- Gain exposure to marketing, finance, HR, and national accounts.
- Graduate ready to lead.
Key Responsibilities
- Master freight brokerage sales and client management.
- Understand logistics and supply chain fundamentals.
- Build relationships with shippers and carriers.
- Tackle and resolve client service issues.
- Rotate through departments to understand the operations of a growing 3PL.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Demonstrated leadership in academics, sports, or student organizations.
- Strong campus or community involvement.
- Confidence in networking and public speaking.
- A scrappy, entrepreneurial mindset.
- Willingness to relocate to a PLS branch after program completion.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 0–2 years of sales or related experience.
- Demonstrated leadership experience through academics, athletics, or extracurricular involvement.