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 recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport 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.

Come join our rapidly growing team in Guadalajara, and help us make global trade easy for everyone
The opportunity:
At Flexport, our role is to help businesses of all sizes find the global trade solutions that will empower their success. Now more than ever, customers need our support to survive and win in 2025. Their success is our success. We work back from what's best for them to find a solution. That's why we are building the Platform for Global trade - a strategic model combining customer centricity, supply chain expertise, advanced technology, and data analytics.

As an 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.

As a new team member in our LATAM Operations group, you'll begin by immersing yourself in our company culture and mastering world-class operations. As Flexport continues to grow, there could be opportunities for future Flexporters to become founding team members in new markets, relocate internationally, and help us expand our presence around the world. If you're interested in a fast-paced career with the potential for international experience, this opportunity could offer you unmatched growth and adventure.

You will:

• Learn how to execute the movement of ocean and air freight shipments from booking at origin country to final delivery at destination country.
• Monitor the platform for new booking requests
• Submit ocean booking requests to ocean carriers
• Communicate with shippers and clients to confirm sailings, gather and verify shipping documents, and update all information on the platform
• Track each shipment directly with ocean carriers and shippers, updating milestones on the platform as needed
• Collaborate with peers to troubleshoot issues and ensure smooth execution of all bookings
• 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:

• 1+ year of experience in export ocean operations (booking + documentation)
• 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.
• Strong attention to detail in a high-energy, fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Google Suite/Microsoft Suite (Sheets/Excel).
• Fluency in English and Spanish, 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.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Flexport, our ability to fulfill our mission of making global commerce easy and accessible relies on having a diverse, dedicated and engaged workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, health status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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