Flexport Career Opportunity: Data Operations Associate, New Graduate
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Posted By: How May I Help You NC on May 23, 2019 Support and delight Flexport’s clients The opportunity: Flexport is experiencing massive growth with 1,000+ Flexporters across 14 global offices and warehouses. And we’re just getting started. Data and information is the foundation upon which Flexport builds its business and transforms the freight industry. Our Data Operations Team helps Flexport deliver the accuracy and insight that represent value to our clients, while working in a team to learn the business of moving freight. Our Data Operations Associate role is the first step in a career path in our broader Global Operations Team. Our Global Operations Team empowers our clients, partners with asset owners around the world, and manages end-to-end global coordination of shipments to further us on our mission of fixing the user experience in Global Trade. We’re looking for recent college graduates and students planning on graduating in the Summer of 2019. What you'll do: Coordinate key tactical elements of international freight shipments Collaborate with Global Operations Associates and the Customs Team to assist with logistical troubleshooting Own the data quality and data reporting for clients and their network Ensure quality control on international shipping documents Support special projects to refine and optimize operational processes What you'll need: A 2018 or 2019 BA/BS Degree with a strong academic track record and meaningful internship experience; Excitement to get your hands dirty in a learn by doing environment; A selfless mindset willing to work in the nitty gritty of the freight and logistics industry to deliver for our clients; Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; Next-level attention to detail and follow-through; Courage to challenge the status quo when logic and reason require it. See something broken? Fix it. About Flexport: We believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global trade easier for everyone. We aim to do this by building the Operating System for Global trade - a strategic model combining advanced technology and data analytics, logistics infrastructure, and supply chain expertise. Flexport today connects almost 10,000 clients and suppliers across 109 countries, including established global brands like Georgia-Pacific as well as emerging innovators like Sonos. Started in 2013, we've raised over $1.3B in funding from SoftBank Vision Fund, Founders Fund, GV, First Round Capital and Y Combinator. We’re excited about the three big ways we’re moving forward after our recent $1B investment from SoftBank Vision Fund in February 2019. Worried about not having any freight forwarding experience? Don’t be! We’re building the first Operating System for Global Trade. That’s why it’s incredibly important for us to bring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences together with our industry veterans to help move the freight forwarding industry forward. What’s freight forwarding and why does it matter? Listen to Ryan, our CEO explain what freight forwarding is and why improving global trade can help to connect the world and break down economic barriers in this Fast Company Freethink Original Series video. We know this industry is complex. That’s why we invest in education starting day one with Flexport Academy, a one week intensive onboarding program designed specifically to set every new Flexport employee up for success. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Click this link to view and apply for this job! If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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