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Management Trainee (Operations)

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This job is a Management Trainee role in Operations at a top logistics company. You might like this job because you'll rotate through air and ocean freight operations, gain hands-on experience, and receive mentorship while working towards leadership opportunities!

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Subang Jaya, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Kickstart your career in Global Freight Forwarding

(24‑month rotational program across Air/Ocean Freight & Forwarding Operations)

2 rotations • Real operations + projects • Mentors • Mobility (Penang/Johor)

 
Why join us (today):

Start your logistics career with the world’s leading logistics company, in a program built to groom future leaders in freight forwarding. You’ll rotate across core operations, learn from experts, and contribute to business projects that power our customers and communities.  

CONNECTING PEOPLE. IMPROVING LIVES.

 
What you’ll experience (2026 Intake):

  • Two (2) rotations over 24 months across freight forwarding (e.g., Air/Ocean operations, Customer Operations, Value‑Added Services & Commercial support).
  • Run daily operations in your assigned team to understand end‑to‑end forwarding processes and service standards.
  • Own reports & insights: ensure accuracy, meet deadlines, and apply basic data analysis to support decisions.
  • Partner with stakeholders: collaborate with internal teams and customers to solve problems and improve service.
  • Project exposure: contribute to process improvement/cross‑functional projects that align with our Strategy 2030 focus on quality, digitalization and sustainable growth.
Locations: Subang Jaya (HQ), Penang, Johor (mobility required during the 24‑month program).


Remuneration & Benefits

  • Competitive monthly salary (market‑aligned for fresh grads).
  • Comprehensive medical & insurance coverage + Flexi Benefits.
  • Unlimited e‑learning access (DHL learning platforms).
  • Relocation allowance for program rotations (T&Cs apply).
  • Exposure, mentoring, and a potential pathway into future leadership roles on successful completion.
Interested in this exciting opportunity? We look forward to receiving your application. Apply Now !

  • Submission Deadline: 30 April 2026
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage.

Job Requirements

Requirements & Qualifications:

Must‑have
  • Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline related to Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or similar).
  • 0-2 years’ experience (fresh graduates are strongly encouraged).
  • Strong communication skills; proficiency in English and Malay (written & spoken).
  • Learning agility & initiative - analytical, adaptable, decisive, and comfortable in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Willingness to relocate to Penang/Johor during rotations and to attend in‑person interviews at Subang Jaya/Penang.

Good‑to‑have
  • Passion for Logistics/Freight Forwarding and customer service.
  • Systems & ops: Fast learner of ops systems; runs end‑to‑end workflows independently, on time & accurate.
  • Analytical problem solving:Synthesizes operational data to spot patterns; comfortable with Excel (pivot tables/lookups/charts). Familiarity with process improvement or project work is a plus.
  • Coordination: Clear updates and coordination across cross‑functional teams.
  • Leadership: Initiative, accountability, adaptability and commercial awareness to drive improvements.

Company Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Covers a wide range of medical, dental, and vision expenses to keep you and your family healthy.

Paid Time Off

Enjoy vacation days, personal leave, and holidays to relax and recharge without losing income.

Retirement Savings Plan

Helps you plan for the future with employer-matched contributions to your retirement fund.

Employee Assistance Program

Provides confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and resources.

Professional Development Opportunities

Access to training programs, workshops, and courses to enhance your skills and advance your career.


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DHL Management Trainee

DHL is the world's leading logistics company, connecting people and markets and enabling global trade. With over 584,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories, DHL offers a comprehensive range of services, including mail and parcel, express, freight transport, supply chain management, and e-commerce logistics solutions. In 2025, the company generated €82.9 billion in revenue.