XPO Logistics
XPO is a leading global provider of asset-based less-than-truckload (LTL) transportation services, moving freight across a vast network in North America and Europe. The company is recognized for its heavy investment in proprietary technology, using machine learning and data science to optimize supply chain operations and freight routing for thousands of customers worldwide. In Spain, XPO maintains a dominant market position with a significant corporate and technology presence in Madrid. The company is a major employer for international talent in the region, particularly within its European tech hub which focuses on AI, DevOps, and logistics engineering. XPO offers a multicultural work environment with many roles supporting hybrid work models and English-speaking teams.
Company History
Originally founded in 1989 as Express-1 Expedited Solutions, the company was acquired by Bradley Jacobs in 2011 and rebranded as XPO Logistics. It grew into one of the world's largest logistics providers through aggressive acquisitions before spinning off its contract logistics and brokerage units into separate public companies.
For International Professionals
- Operates a major European technology and innovation hub in Madrid focused on AI and logistics software.
- Offers hybrid work arrangements for the majority of corporate, tech, and analytical roles in Spain.
- Regularly recruits for English-speaking positions in DevOps, data science, and financial planning.
- Provides a multicultural environment with opportunities for international career progression within its global network.
- Maintains a large physical footprint across Spain with over 60 logistics sites, providing diverse location options for operational roles.