Lofty promises and a disconnected management - Carrier Representative XPO Employee Review

2.0
Dec 16, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Office environment is casual/business casual. Growth potential is 'there' but the reality is that most profitable lanes/customers are gobbled up and virtually inaccessible to your average carrier rep. You will have 2 weeks paid vacation (earn as you work) and major federal holidays.

Cons

This job is the same repetitive process every day, where you are never pulled from your desk to do anything but go to lunch. Know that you will probably not hit the ground running unless you already have transportation contacts. One of my fondest memories of XPO is crossbooking and being rejected even though I had all other prices beat by $200. If you are new to transportation brokerage, understand that most dispatchers are not pleasant people to work with. In this job, you are the middle man between a cheap customer rep who does not want to pay something and the dispatcher, who is requesting extra payment. Understand that once you actually build a book of business, this job becomes 24 hr. Expect your frequent carriers to be solicited by people within your company just so they can get their numbers up. Management justifies this with the idea that greed is a good thing. Benefits are OK but the 401k system matching system is not competitive at all.

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5.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great benefits and senior leadership has a goal to provide excellent service, competitive pay, and recognition for hard working team players, looking to put their best foot forward every day.

Cons

Can be stressful at times when working in logistics, but this is common in the industry and often more related to fluctuations in economic factors.

5.0
Jun 16, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I have enjoyed my time with XPO and appreciate the opportunities the company has provided for both personal and professional growth. The team environment is supportive, and I've had the chance to build strong relationships with coworkers and customers over the years. One of the things I value most is that hard work and dedication are recognized. Every day brings new challenges, which keeps the job interesting and allows me to continue learning. Leadership encourages employees to find solutions and work together to provide excellent customer service. Like any large company, there are busy periods and opportunities for improvement, but overall, XPO offers a solid career path, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a real impact. If you're someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is willing to put in the effort, XPO can be a rewarding place to build a career.

Cons

The transportation industry is constantly changing, so employees need to be adaptable and able to handle shifting priorities. Workloads can be demanding at times, but the teamwork and customer relationships make it rewarding

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