Freight Operations Associate (12 mo. rotation program)

What you'll need to succeed as a Freight Operations Associate at 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 Freight Operations Associate job

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
Sit for and obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL) through internal driving 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
 

Freight Operations Associates 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 July 6, 2026. Upon successful completion of the program, Freight Operations Associates will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors at a location within their assigned region