Operations Management Trainee - APAC

About the role

The UPS APAC Management Trainee Program is an accelerated program designed to build the next generation of business and operations leaders across the region. Trainees rotate through operational, commercial, supply chain and corporate functions, supported by business projects, mentorship and leadership development. The contract is 18 months and may be extended up to 24 months; placement into a specific role after the program is not guaranteed.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree from a recognised university; recent graduate or professional with up to 2 years of work experience.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative and accountability through academic, internship, extracurricular, volunteer or professional experience.
• Business curiosity and the ability to understand operational, customer, financial and commercial considerations.
• Able to organise work, manage priorities and meet agreed timelines, and to engage stakeholders and communicate recommendations confidently.
• Strong written and spoken English, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to take on new challenges and to learn new tools and systems.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
• Ability to analyse information, identify key insights and make sound recommendations.

What we offer

• Exposure to multiple UPS business units and functions, and hands-on experience in a global logistics and supply chain organisation.
• Structured learning and leadership development, mentorship and networking with senior leaders.
• Potential consideration for future leadership and specialist career pathways based on performance and business needs.
• Working hours depend on the assigned function and rotation, and may include shifts, early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays.