Operations Management Trainee

12-month rotational training program is an entry-level training program for candidates with limited or no prior LTL or transportation operations experience.

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed as an Operations Management Trainee at This XPO:

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• High level of stamina, adaptability and grit - you'll be challenged daily, balancing operational demands, learning new skills quickly, and stepping into leadership situations in real time.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Willing to relocate within region upon successful completion of the program

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related field
• Demonstrated leadership experience through internships, academic projects, athletics or work experience
• Experience working on a dock or similar field operations environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving and organizational skills

About the Operations Management Trainee job:

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Paid training and development, including required certifications

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment.
• Participate in a 12-month Management Training operations rotational program, with assignments lasting 1 - 5 weeks each across all major functions including field operations, linehaul, maintenance, and support functions
• Participate in the internal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) school and forklift certification during the program
• Learn and perform the foundational job functions, skills and responsibilities of each rotational assignment
• Complete dedicated leadership training at key points to prepare you for leadership on the dock during and post-program
• Work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers and field leaders to gain hands-on operational experience
• Communicate consistently with the program manager, reporting manager and mentor
• Meet weekly goals, learning objectives and performance milestones
• Take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands-on experience

Operations Management Trainees are required to:

• Successfully complete all field rotation assignments with a strong foundational understanding of each functional area
• Obtain all required certifications, including CDL and forklift certification
• Develop and deliver a Capstone project and presentation at the conclusion of the 12-month program
• Demonstrate readiness for frontline leadership
• Program start date is 1/11/2027
• Upon successful completion of the program, Operations Management Trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region
• Annual Salary: $63,000
• Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set
• This is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive or commission plans

About XPO:

• XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets
• At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations
• We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you're looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO
• We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer
• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.:

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Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for XPO is Chuck Callahan.