Global Operations Specialist
About Flexport
At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.
The Opportunity
As a Global Operations Specialist, you are responsible for executing the shipment lifecycle for Ocean & Air shipments, ensuring data integrity is maintained at the highest standard, and proactively minimizing delays with urgency.
You will:
- Be responsible for executing the movement of ocean and air freight shipments from booking at origin to final delivery at destination.
- Maintain communications with Flexport transportation and warehousing partners to facilitate the progress of shipments in transit.
- Work and communicate cross-functionally within Flexport
- Be a part of the frontline groups ensuring the highest standard of Flexport quality: shipments move on time and exceptions are handled appropriately.
- Use metrics to spot opportunities to improve and deliver great performance in your role.
- Own the data quality of our client's information by validating booked shipments, tracking client shipment status, and validating shipment schedules.
- Consistently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure that your work satisfies internal Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service-Level Agreements (SLAs) in line with productivity goals.
You should have:
- A Bachelor's/Associate's degree OR 1+ year of relevant experience preferred. New graduates are encouraged to apply!
- A team-centric mindset: obsessed with team outcomes, doing what it takes to deliver the team’s and their client’s expectations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A strong attention to detail in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Google Suite/Microsoft Suite (Sheets/Excel).
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal.
- A "compliance first" attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about Flexport since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.
Pay
The US base salary range for this position (this does not include bonus, equity and benefits): $25.96 - $25.96 USD