Leadership Development Program

Mainfreight Americas

Carson, CA0–2 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn

About the Role

This is an entry-level opportunity designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in the global logistics industry. You will begin your career in ocean freight operations, learning the business through practical, hands-on experience.

What You'll Learn

Throughout the program, you will develop knowledge in:

  • Ocean import and export operations
  • International freight forwarding
  • Customer relationship management
  • Shipment coordination and execution
  • Freight pricing and quoting
  • Supply chain solutions
  • Carrier and vendor management
  • Operational excellence and process improvement
  • Business development fundamentals
  • Leadership and team development

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate international ocean import and export shipments.
  • Communicate with customers, carriers, trucking providers, terminals, and overseas partners.
  • Provide shipment visibility and proactive customer updates.
  • Support freight documentation, shipment processing, and compliance requirements.
  • Identify and resolve operational challenges with urgency and professionalism.
  • Build strong customer relationships through exceptional service.
  • Learn the commercial and operational aspects of the ocean freight business.
  • Analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in any field.
  • 0-2 years of professional experience.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Internship, part-time employment, leadership, athletics, volunteer work, or customer service experience.
  • Interest in logistics, transportation, supply chain, international business, or operations.
  • Demonstrated initiative and willingness to take ownership of challenges.
  • Desire to build a long-term career and grow into leadership opportunities.

Growth & Development

As part of our Leadership Development Program, you will receive:

  • Structured onboarding and operational training
  • Direct mentorship from experienced industry professionals
  • Leadership development and coaching
  • Exposure to multiple aspects of the logistics business
  • Opportunities to lead projects and process improvement initiatives
  • Continuous feedback and career development support

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