Leadership Development Program

Mainfreight Americas; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mainfreight Americas in Los Angeles is launching a Leadership Development Program for entry-level graduates and early-career professionals eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in global logistics. No prior logistics experience is required, with structured onboarding and mentorship to develop leaders from within the organization.

You will start in ocean freight operations, gain hands-on experience, and rotate through various aspects of the business, including international freight

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ocean import/export shipments and support execution.
• Communicate with customers, carriers, terminals, and partners.
• Provide shipment visibility and proactive updates to customers.
• Assist with freight documentation, processing, and compliance.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges with urgency and professionalism.
• Build customer relationships through exceptional service.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Build a Career. Develop as a Leader. Learn Global Logistics.

We are looking for ambitious, motivated, and driven individuals to join our Leadership Development Program in our Los Angeles Ocean Branch.

This is an entry-level opportunity designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are eager to learn, grow, and build a long-term career in the global logistics industry. No logistics experience is required.

Our business is built on developing people from within. We believe future leaders are created through hands-on experience, accountability, customer relationships, and a deep understanding of the business from the ground up. Many of our leaders began their careers in operational roles and advanced by embracing challenges, taking ownership, and consistently delivering results.

If you are looking for a career with significant growth opportunities and are willing to learn, work hard, and step outside your comfort zone, we want to hear from you.

About Us

What began as an entrepreneurial venture with a single truck has grown into a global logistics organization generating over $3 billion in annual revenue. Today, we provide international freight forwarding, transportation, warehousing, and supply chain solutions through a worldwide network of branches and partners.

Our Los Angeles Ocean Branch plays a key role in managing international ocean freight shipments connecting North America with global markets. This is a fast-paced environment where every day presents new opportunities to solve problems, build relationships, and create value for customers.

What You'll Learn

You will begin your career in ocean freight operations, learning the business through practical, hands-on experience. 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
• Leadership and team development

As your knowledge and capabilities grow, you will be given increasing responsibility and opportunities to contribute to the success of the branch.

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.

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• 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

Our culture is built around promoting from within. Career progression is based on initiative, performance, leadership, and the ability to create value for our customers and team.

Why Join Us?

• Learn a global business from the ground up.
• Join a company that invests in developing future leaders.
• Work alongside experienced logistics professionals.
• Build leadership, business, and operational skills early in your career.
• Be part of a growing international organization with entrepreneurial values and a people-first culture.
• Create a long-term career with significant advancement opportunities.