Global Operations Associate

Flexport; Hamburg; Presencial; EUR 45 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Lunch delivery

Health insurance

25 paid vacation days

Equity program

Parental leave

EAP program

Resumo da oferta

the company is seeking a Global Operations Associate to coordinate end-to-end shipments within a regional network, focusing on on-time performance and high-quality customer experience. You will work with carriers, vendors, customs and cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations and KPI achievement.

Requirements include a BA/BS or forwarding agent training, 2+ years in logistics, a technology-first mindset, and strong German and English language skills.

Qualificações

• BA/BS Degree or forwarding agent training.
• 2+ years in operations, logistics or freight forwarding.
• Technology-first mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective time management and prioritization.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to seek and receive feedback.
• Effective communication in writing and speaking.
• Teamwork and relationship building.
• Compliance-first attitude.
• Client service mindset; focus on customer satisfaction.
• German language mandatory and fluency in English.

Responsabilidades

• Be the 'front line' in ensuring the highest standard of quality: shipments move on-time and clients receive a first-class experience.
• Meet internal KPIs and SLAs, demonstrate quality delivery, and manage priorities independently.
• Follow SOPs and flag opportunities for improvement.
• Solve client issues quickly and develop solutions, escalating when needed.
• Act in the best interest of the company by avoiding leakages and cost-conscious behavior.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations with carriers, vendors, customs and regional stakeholders.
• Execute end-to-end movement of freight within a regional network (imports/exports).
• Assist shipments managed by partners to drive parity with insourced operations.
• Use data and tools to inform decisions and drive efficiency improvements.

Conhecimentos

Time management

Attention to detail

Feedback handling

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

German language

English language

Formação académica

BA/BS Degree or forwarding agent training

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the company:

At the company, 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 the company technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year.

The recent global supply chain crisis has put the company center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

The opportunity:

The role of the Global Operations Associate is a critical part of making the company’s mission to *make global trade easy for everyone* a reality. To achieve this the Global Operations Team is at the heart of delighting our customers, managing our partners and working closely with our technology partners to drive innovation through process automation. With our focus on developing a global network, our operational teams are strategically located across the world to manage and execute our services and products offered to our customers and partners. the company Global Operations raises the bar by using data to manage our customer’s supply chains and identifies opportunities to improve fidelity in planning, responsiveness and overall execution.

As a Global Operations Associate, you are an expert in executing the end-to-end movement of shipments within a regional network.

On a day-to-day basis you will coordinate the supply chain operations with ocean activities within your region.

This role will focus on driving a first in class customer experience by obsessing over quality and on time performance. Lastly, this role will work very closely with peers and supervisors to problem solve.

You will:

• Be the 'front line' in ensuring the highest standard of the company quality: shipments move on-time, exceptions are handled proactively, and clients receive a first-class experience through timely, clear communication.

• Be responsible for ensuring your work satisfies internal KPIs and SLAs that demonstrate quality delivery, independently managing your priorities and commitments.

• Follow standard operating procedures (SOP) and proactively flag opportunities for improvement.

• Solve client issues quickly and ensure smooth operations at origin and destination, developing solutions independently and escalating to senior team members as needed

• Act in the best interest of the company by avoiding leakages and ensuring cost conscious behavior.

• Seamlessly coordinate day-to-day operations with the relevant internal and external partners for your team's scope (e.g. carriers, vendors, customs, regional trade lane management, cross-functional stakeholders, etc)

• Execute the end-to‑end movement of freight shipments within a regional network (both imports and exports), including intermodal movements.

• Assist the shipments managed by partners as we drive partner autonomy and parity with insourced operations (if applicable in a given region).

• Use data and operational tools to inform decisions, identify patterns in your work, and contribute to efficiency improvements.

Requirements:

• BA/BS Degree or completed professional training as forwarding agent.

• 2+ years of experience in operations, logistics or freight forwarding

• Have a technology (and AI)first mindset and can thrive in a fast paced environment.

• Effective time management. Be able to properly prioritize and manage a large volume of tasks.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to effectively seek and receive feedback.

• Effective communication both verbally and in writing.

• Teamwork and relationship building.

• Orientation towards working smarter and adopting best practices and standardization.

• Problem-solving capabilities.

• A “compliance first” attitude to keep our regulators happy and enthusiastic about the company since we operate in a heavily regulated industry.

• A client service mindset; you are obsessed with client satisfaction, and strive to investigate and troubleshoot the client’s problem.

• Language requirement: Mandatory German and fluency in English.

What's in there for you:

• An opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest-growing companies, where you’ll have the chance to create a global impact while being a part of a thriving multinational environment

• Lunch food delivery 4 days a week incl. vegetarian options, a salad bar and special menu options, plus breakfast options, snacks, soft drinks and barista coffee.

• Health insurance: employee contribution part is covered by the company

• 25 paid vacation days

• Equity program: every team member becomes a shareholder, aligning our success with yours. As a private company in a multi-trillion dollar industry, you have a direct stake in our collective growth and success.

• Employee Assistance Program through Aetna Resources for Living: the company provides an employer-sponsored program at no cost to you and your household members

• Parental leave benefit: the company is here to support you and your families in one of the most important times in life – the birth of a child! Our parental leave program allows both mothers and partners to take time off from work for pregnancy, childbirth, and to bond with your new child.

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