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Manager, Freight Operations

XPO

Kernersville, NC · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

What you’ll need to succeed as a Freight Operations Manager at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

4 years of related work experience

Supervisory or management experience

Experience in the less-than-truckload (LTL) industry

Experience with hazardous materials regulations, OSHA and Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations

Preferred qualifications:

Bachelor's degree, 4 years of related work experience or equivalent military experience

LTL freight management and/or service center/management experience

Experience driving a forklift

Strong interpersonal and management skills; ability to effectively lead, coach and influence employees

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized and thorough information and data appropriate for the intended audience

About the Freight Operations Manager job

Pay, benefits and more:

Competitive compensation package

Full health insurance benefits available on day one

Life and disability insurance

Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year

9 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:

Handle the efficiency and effectiveness of the delivery service provided to our customers

Guide the complete daily operations of the service center

Oversee revenue, profit and cost controls

Ensure proper staffing, utilization and management of personnel

Mentor and manage all personnel working at the facility

Freight Operations Managers are required to:

Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally greater than 75 lbs.

Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

Work outdoors in inclement weather

Walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

XPO does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship for employment in the United States for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

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 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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