Warehouse Leadership Traineeship

Logistics at full potentialStep into your future as a Warehouse Leadership Trainee Are you ambitious, curious, and ready to grow into a leadership role within one of the largest logistics companies in the world? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation, teamwork, and performance matter? If so, this is your chance to build your career from the ground up in our Warehouse Leadership Trainee Program. GXO offers you a unique two-year journey to develop into a future Warehouse Operations Manager at our state-of-the-art automated warehouse in Lelystad, the largest automated logistics site in the Netherlands. You’ll rotate across multiple departments, gain hands-on operational experience, work on improvement projects, and receive leadership mentoring. Upon successful completion, you’ll be ready to take full ownership of a team and operation. This is more than a traineeship, it’s your fast track to a leadership career in logisticsWhat you do during the programPhase 1: Warehouse Operations (2 weeks) You’ll start your journey on the warehouse floor, gaining a full understanding of our operations. From inbound to outbound and order picking, you’ll learn how efficiency, safety, and teamwork come together to deliver top results. Phase 2: Support Office (6 weeks) Discover the business behind the operations. You’ll rotate through administration, transport, quality, and maintenance to see how each department contributes to overall site performance. Phase 3: Specialist WHM / Automatista (6 months) Immerse yourself in specific areas such as Flatpack and GOH operations, where you’ll work closely with automated systems and process optimization. This phase builds your analytical and technical foundation for managing complex flows. Phase 4: Support Departments (1 month) Gain insight into HR and Finance, and if needed, other corporate functions. You’ll learn about people management, workforce planning, cost control, and compliance. Phase 5: Improvement Project (3 months) Take ownership of a real project that drives productivity or quality improvement within a GXO site. You’ll analyse data, develop solutions, and present your results to senior leaders. Phase 6: Warehouse Manager Role (1 year) You’ll step into a leadership position, managing a team in this site. You’ll plan daily operations, coach your team, monitor KPIs, and ensure safety and efficiency. You’ll work closely with our customer to deliver service excellence and implement continuous improvement initiatives.What you need to succeed at GXOBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Logistics Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or related field 2–4 years of relevant professional experience (second career step) Strong command of English ; Dutch is very nice to have Flexibility regarding location and working hours, including shifts Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Interest in process optimization and continuous improvement Demonstrated leadership potential and effective communication skills A proactive, hands-on mindset and eagerness to learnWhat we offer youA structured, two-year development path leading to a Warehouse Manager position A dynamic and growing organization, with space for personal initiative and growth Exposure to different departments, operations, and leaders within GXO A company culture that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement Competitive salary and benefits package International career opportunities across GXO’s global network Nice work environmentUnlock the potential of your futureWorking at GXO Logistics means joining a fast-moving, international organization where no two days are the same. You’ll be surrounded by motivated colleagues who strive to improve and grow every day. GXO supports your personal development and encourages initiative, giving you the tools to succeed in your career. GXO Logistics provides advanced supply chain solutions for the world’s most successful companies across industries such as e-commerce, fashion, retail, and industrial sectors. In the BeNe region (The Netherlands and Belgium), GXO operates from more than 30 locations with headquarters in Eindhoven (NL).Interested?Apply via the button and upload your CV. For more information, please contact Patricia Guisado- Corporate Recruiter (patricia.guisado@gxo.com)