UPS

Operations Management Trainee

JP SHINKIBA CENTER, Japan · Jp - Ups-Upsj · full_time

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Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow - people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Description:

APAC MANAGEMENT TRAINEE PROGRAM

Job Description

Job Summary

The UPS APAC Management Trainee Program is an accelerated program designed to build the next generation of business and operations leaders across the region. Through rotational assignments, business projects, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities, trainees will gain broad exposure to UPS operations, supply chain solutions, commercial functions, and corporate support functions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in structured rotations across operational, commercial, supply chain, and corporate functions.
  • Support supervisors and managers in day-to-day operational and business activities.
  • Analyze processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Lead or support projects that deliver measurable business impact.
  • Present project findings and recommendations to leadership teams.
  • Participate in mentoring, training, and career development activities.
  • Demonstrate leadership potential, collaboration, adaptability, and customer focus.

    • What You Will Gain

  • Exposure to multiple UPS business units and functions.
  • Hands-on experience in a global logistics and supply chain organization.
  • Structured learning and leadership development opportunities.
  • Mentorship and networking with senior leaders.
  • Ownership of meaningful business improvement projects.
  • Opportunity to build a broad professional network across the APAC region.
  • Potential consideration for future leadership and specialist career pathways based on performance and business needs.

    • Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university.
  • Recent graduate or professional with up to 2 years of work experience.
  • Demonstrates leadership potential, initiative, and accountability through academic, internship, extracurricular, volunteer, or professional experience.
  • Demonstrates business curiosity and the ability to understand operational, customer, financial, and commercial considerations.
  • Able to organize work, manage priorities, and deliver projects or assignments within agreed timelines.
  • Able to engage stakeholders, communicate recommendations confidently, and influence outcomes through evidence and collaboration.
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to evaluate information, identify key insights, and make sound recommendations.
  • Demonstrates strong learning agility, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to take on new challenges and opportunities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and a willingness to learn new tools and systems.

    • Working Hours and Scheduling

  • Working hours will be determined by the assigned function, operational rotation, and local business requirements.
  • The role may involve shift-based or scheduled working arrangements, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays where required.
  • Management Trainees are expected to remain flexible and available to participate in scheduled workdays applicable to their assigned operation or function.
  • Work schedules will be communicated in advance where reasonably practicable and will be managed in accordance with applicable local employment requirements and company policies.

    • Contract Terms

  • 18-month Management Trainee contract.
  • Program may be extended up to a maximum of 24 months based on business requirements.
  • Upon successful completion of the program, participants may be considered for available opportunities aligned with their performance, capabilities, and business needs. Placement into a specific role is not guaranteed.

    • Employee Type:

    Permanent

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