Mission "The mission of APL Logistics is to realize our four maxims. The first maxim is to become the premier order management provider in the world. Second maxim is to create opportunities for our employees in the communities in which we operate. The third is to be accountable to ourselves and to our customers. And the fourth is to be an employer of choice in the markets we choose" - Thad Bedard, APLL President
Description APL Logistics is a leading global supply chain and logistics provider, partnering with some of the world’s most recognizable automotive, consumer, industrial, and retail brands. We deliver innovative, end‑to‑end solutions that keep global commerce moving—and we do it with people at the center of everything we do.
Our reputation is built on deep industry expertise, operational excellence, and a strong commitment to our customers. At APL Logistics, employees play a direct role in designing, operating, and improving global supply chains, with a focus on reliability, visibility, and customer‑first execution.
With operations in more than 60 countries, APL Logistics offers the chance to work in a truly global environment. Our teams combine local knowledge with the strength of a worldwide network, creating meaningful career opportunities across regions and functions. We employ between 5,000 and 10,000 professionals globally, reflecting our scale, diversity, and commitment to building a skilled, collaborative workforce.
We offer career paths across a wide range of supply chain and logistics disciplines, including:
Contract Logistics & Warehousing Order Management Distribution & Fulfillment Transportation Services Global Freight Forwarding & Customs Management Data Management, Analytics & Visibility Solutions
Our global footprint includes over 20 million square feet of warehouse space, supported by teams who value safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in their daily work.
Founded in 1977 and now part of Kintetsu World Express (KWE), APL Logistics has a long history of innovation. We were early pioneers in visual data analysis within the logistics industry and continue to invest in technology, sustainability, and operational excellence—providing employees the opportunity to work on forward‑thinking solutions that shape the future of supply chains.
With dual headquarters in Singapore and the United States, APL Logistics offers a dynamic, international work environment where employees can grow their careers, expand their global perspective, and make a real impact.
R.W. Zant, an Honor Foods Company under the Burris Logistics umbrella, has been a cornerstone of West Coast foodservice redistribution since 1950. Built on a foundation of ethical leadership and operational excellence, we continue to grow by delivering value through quality, reliability, and strategic partnerships.
With deep expertise across key product categories, including beef, poultry, dairy, seafood, dry grocery, and value-added frozen items, we serve as a critical supply chain partner to foodservice vendors and distributors. Our proprietary brands, Commodity Sales and R-Dub, are supported by a robust logistics network and a dedicated fleet of refrigerated trucks.
Driven by a culture of accountability and service, our team is known for “Customer Service to a Fault.” As part of the Burris Logistics enterprise, we align with a broader mission of dependable operations, collaborative teamwork, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.
APL Logistics has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 439 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The APL Logistics employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Transportation & Logistics industry (3.5 stars).
Overall, 49% of employees would recommend working at APL Logistics to a friend. This is based on 464 anonymously submitted reviews on Glassdoor.
52% of job seekers rate their interview experience at APL Logistics as positive. Candidates give an average difficulty score of 2.8 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) for their job interview at APL Logistics.