Business Development & Leadership Trainee Program EMEA (f/m/d) at Nippon Express Europe GmbH

Description

Are you ready to become a future leader in the logistics industry? The Nippon Express Group (NX Group), a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, invites you to join our Business Development & Leadership Trainee Program. With over 73,000 professionals in 50+ countries, we’re committed to excellence, innovation, and developing the leaders of tomorrow.

Our 24-month rotational program is designed to provide hands-on experience across operations, industry verticals, and leadership roles, preparing you for a dynamic career with us.

Our program is divided into four exciting rotations:

• 6 months: Start your journey with NX in Switzerland
  Work with operational teams and European Business & Development to master warehouse management, operations, and global logistics strategy.
• 6 months: Dive into core Freight Forwarding products
  Gain hands-on experience in air, ocean, rail, and trucking operations. Tackle real-world challenges in supply chain management and process optimization.
• 6 months: Explore industry verticals in Sweden or Belgium
  Contribute to high-tech, healthcare, and mobility logistics strategies. Collaborate with the team on market analysis, customer engagement, and innovative solutions.
• 6 months: Lead and strategize
  Take ownership of a key project to refine your leadership, management, and commercial skills to prepare for your future role.

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, International Business, Logistics Management or a related field.
• Up to 1-3 years of internships, training, or first professional roles, ideally in logistics or retail.
• Fluency in English is essential.
• Expertise in Microsoft Office 365, particularly in PowerPoint and Excel, is crucial.
• Prior experience in project management and report creation is advantageous.
• An entrepreneurial mindset: A keen interest in leadership and a strong desire to advance into management positions.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities coupled with a proactive, hands-on approach to work.
• Exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and effective time management abilities.
• A decisive attitude, the ability to remain resilient under pressure, and a commitment to completing projects.
• Assertiveness paired with approachability—prepared to lead by example.

Benefits

• A permanent position within a leading logistics company.
• Stimulating tasks within a diverse and international environment with world-known customers
• Great team members who will help you to get onboarded quickly.
• Good Work-Life-Balance, possibility to Work From Home (hybrid or remote model).
• Personalized training and development opportunities through e-Learning.
• Attractive additional benefits such as public transport ticket or job bike (depending on the country).
• We cover the university fees for dual students in Germany and offer assistance throughout their studies.