Manager in Training – Logistics Leadership

Job Description

Manager in Training | PLS Logistics Services

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at PLS Logistics Services, located in Tampa, FL. PLS Logistics Services is a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider that facilitates the movement of freight. This Manager in Training program is a 4-month rotational experience designed to develop the next generation of logistics leaders, providing hands-on experience in every core function of the company. It’s an opportunity to fast-track a career in a high-growth industry.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person Tampa, FL
• Mission: This person will gain hands-on experience in every core function of a leading third-party logistics provider to prepare for a leadership role.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Sales: Master freight brokerage sales and client management, including building a book of business, negotiating pricing, and closing deals.
• Operations: Dive into carrier management, shipment coverage, and service resolution.
• Relationships: Build relationships with shippers and carriers.
• Service: Tackle real client service issues and see them through to resolution.
• Rotations: Rotate through various corporate departments including marketing, finance, human resources, and national accounts to understand key business functions.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s degree (or nearing completion) in a related field is required. This is an early career position.
• Experience: 0-2 years of sales or related experience; demonstrated leadership experience through academics, athletics, or extracurricular involvement.
• Skills: Confidence in networking and public speaking; an entrepreneurial mindset with the hustle to match.
• Bonus: Willingness to relocate to a PLS branch after program completion; strong campus or community involvement (Greek life, clubs, service).