About this role
The Expeditors Management Trainee Program (MT) is focused on building the next generation of Supervisors, Department Managers or commensrate future leaders. The 12-month program provides individuals with an opportunity to learn our systems, products, and services in a holistic manner while also preparing them for a future leadership role.
A candidate for this program must be self-motivated, hard working, capable of working with limited supervision, and willing to travel during the program.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Participate in Management Trainee orientation
Complete a monthly recap of activities
Update the Management Trainee Database
Learn, understand and epitomize Expeditors culture
Set an example of excellence in every under taking
Fulfill full-time employee training requirements
Complete all relevant training as listed on each department’s development map
Please refer to the Management Trainee Procedures and Guidelines on Intranet
Complete management development training
Track the progress of training in each department
Complete all relevant certifications
See detailed list of certifications
Understand and assist with the operations of each department
Understand the management processes used within in each department
Assist with the responsibilities and duties of the supervisor(s) of each department
Understand and work with the operational and financial reporting used by each department
Assist Department Managers in meeting productivity and expense-to-revenue goals within budgetary guidelines
Complete at least 2 projects during the program
Attend all department, sales, branch, accounting and management meetings
Attend at least 2 product specific sales or retention calls per department
Understand the sales and retention programs for each department
Learn how to supervise and mentor employees
Develop interpersonal communication and management skills
Bachelor or Master degree (B.A.) from a four year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceEffective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive resultsCross cultural relationship managementGood organizational skillsDetail orientedTeam playerCan do attitudeAbility to work well under pressureProactively promotes the company’s mission statement and 10 cultural attributesGood computer skills (Word, Excel, Power-point)Willing to travel and relocate (if applicable)At least 1 year working experience with Expeditors (External Talents will have to work in product department for at least 1 year before joining MT program). Note: This position will be closed by October 19, 2026.