Program Manager, Early Career - Hybrid

What you’ll need to succeed as an Early Career Program Manager at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work or military experience
• 3 years of combined experience in early career program management, campus recruiting, learning facilitation, learning content development, program design or adult learning theory

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous experience with early career programs to include program design and management
• Experience partnering with campuses or educational institutions for talent
• Experience supporting and advising on recruitment strategies for early career or career transition programs (i.e. Veterans, Law Enforcement etc)
• Experience partnering with business leaders as an adviser in early career programming and recruitment
• Proven ability to prioritize effectively and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with competing demands and deadlines
• Demonstrated confidence in all settings when advising/partnering with business leaders or presenting in front of groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

About the Senior Program Manager, Early Career job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
• 10 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Serve as the primary owner and point of contact for XPO’s early career, internship and career transition program strategies
• Support and advise on the recruiting strategy for aforementioned programs
• Manage the overall experience for the summer internship program, and other early career programs including planning, communicating, implementing, and reporting on the day-to-day experience for early career associates
• Ensure associates maintain a strong connection to the program throughout its life cycle including post internship communications
• Regularly review strategy and results with HR and business leaders to improve program offerings for entry career talent
• Secondary responsibilities will include
• Partner closely with senior leaders, as well as HR, Employment Branding, and Communications teams to promote programs both internally and externally
• Collaborate and build partnerships with senior leaders and stakeholders to understand the business and skill needs, and develop and deliver creative and effective learning solutions in support of company-wide goals
• Facilitate learning events and programs
• Thrive in a "fast-paced" organization with the ability to prioritize work efficiently
• Maintain knowledge and stay current with industry trends to allow for continuous improvement across programs

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About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO. 

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. 

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. 

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