Management Trainee at Expeditors… · Paranaque…

companyDescription We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers! Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems. Our Mission We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us! At Expeditors, people are our most important asset. We pride ourselves in employee development at all levels – one of those being through the Management Trainee (MT) program. This program is designed to provide successful individuals with an opportunity to learn our systems, products, and services in a holistic manner. The goal of the program is to build a foundational level of tactical knowledge that can be applied to support operations across the enterprise. Successful Individuals in the MT program will spend a year learning the fundamental aspects of what works to make Expeditors the global leader in logistics and supply chain management. Through the program, MTs gain critical on-the-job experience while learning basic management and organizational skills. Upon successful completion of the year long program, candidates are typically offered a supervisory position at a district. jobDescription MANAGEMENT TRAINEE (MT) PROGRAM Features of the MT Program One year program Structured training curriculum in specific business, management, operations and personal development areas Mentorship from senior management for professional and personal career guidance Exposure to every aspect of the business Opportunity to join teams across various projects Career advancement opportunity KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Participate to the Management Trainee Orientation meeting. Complete the monthly recap and presentations. Learn, understand and epitomize the Expeditors culture. Set an example of excellence in every taking. Fulfil full time employee training requirements. Complete relevant learning activities and training assigned. Attend leadership sessions. Complete relevant certifications. Understand and assist with operations of each dept. Understand the management processes used within each dept. Understand and assist with the responsibilities and duties of the supervisors/managers of each dept. Understand and work with the operational and financial reporting used by each dept. Assist dept managers in meeting productivity and expense to revenue goals within budget. Learn how to supervise and mentor employees. Develop interpersonal communication and management skills. Complete projects as required for selected depts. Attend all dept, sales, branch, accounting and management meetings if needed. Attend at least two product specific sales or retention calls for each dept. TASKS: Meet and finalise schedule with Department Manager and Supervisor to ensure all items on MT Checklist are learnt and understood whilst in the current Department. Monthly meeting with Department Manager and DM to review time in Department, including any Improve Opportunities. Complete attachments in all assigned products and services following the Product/Service Checklist (inclusive of additional DM items). Identify and take note of operational inefficiencies in order to prepare for the Improve It Projects. Where possible, work with respective product and service managers to implement quick win changes. Complete all trainings required for the completion of the MT program. In addition to this, to perform tasks as requested by the District Manager. How to Apply Submit 250–300-word long answers for each of the following five questions: Describe your specific career aspirations and your reason for pursuing a management traineeship with Expeditors. What historical person do you most admire? What about their life inspires you and which of their character traits would you like to possess? Describe a situation in which you led a team. What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them? Describe a personal achievement that has had a significant impact on your life. Discuss a non-academic personal failure. What did you learn from the experience? Please send your response via email to Janiesa Caraan (janiesa.caraan@expeditors.com) and Jaja Sebastian (jaja.sebastian@expeditors.com). qualifications Desired Attributes Enthusiastic and committed to a long-term career at Expeditors Possess a “can do” attitude Good interpersonal skills and people focused Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through oral and written English Team player with leadership qualities Courage to face new challenges Process-oriented with good analytical skills Open to considering relocation to another country based on business needs additionalInformation Expeditors offers excellent benefits Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Time Health Plan: Medical Insurance (including immediate dependent) Life Insurance Employee Stock Purchase Plan Training and Personnel Development Program Growth opportunities within the company With provision of 26 days Work-from-Home Set-up per year. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.