Operations Management Trainee

XPO•Ellenwood, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This 12-month rotational training program is an entry-level training program for candidates with limited or no prior LTL or transportation operations experience. Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment. Participants will engage 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. The program includes participation in internal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) school and forklift certification. Trainees will learn and perform foundational job functions, skills, and responsibilities of each rotational assignment, and complete dedicated leadership training to prepare for leadership roles. They will work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers, and field leaders for hands-on experience, communicate consistently with program managers, reporting managers, and mentors, and meet weekly goals, learning objectives, and performance milestones. Trainees are encouraged to take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands-on experience. Upon successful completion of the program, Operations Management Trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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
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