Dangerous Goods Manager at XPO Logistics, Inc. in High Point, North Carolina

Job Description:

Logistics done differently.

At XPO Logistics, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. As the Dangerous Goods Manager, you will oversee and support the dangerous goods program and help us successfully achieve company and customer objectives. We’ll count on your skills and years of experience to be a champion of our company values, ensuring an engaged workforce, loyal customers, efficient operations and a bright future for yourself and XPO.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Maintain, coordinate and communicate dangerous goods processes and procedures


• Review, administer, maintain and ensure compliance with company policies and various state and federal regulations


• Stay abreast of applicable local, state and federal hazardous materials/dangerous goods regulations and legislation


• Conduct on-site or virtual audits of facility requirements as it relates to dangerous goods programs and initiatives


• Review, analyze, develop and communicate dangerous goods programs and solutions initiatives; develop action plans as necessary


• Evaluate potential impact on business processes and advise senior leadership and advocates of appropriate actions


• Lead meetings, training and continuing education

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• 4 years of relevant work experience


• Knowledge of the principles and practices of the supply chain and logistics industry


• Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends

It’d be great if you also have:

• Certified IATA Dangerous Goods by Air, 49 CFR, US DOT DG by Road, IMDG, International Maritime Dangerous Goods by Sea


• 5 years of recent DG shipping experience


• Working knowledge of carrier-defined shipping programs (UPS – WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager)


• Understanding of industry-related state and federal rules and regulations

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field


• Strong time and project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize workloads

Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

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.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

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 intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.