The Role
Global Trading Associate will provide crucial support to our LATAM team by managing import & export operations, coordinating logistics activities, and ensuring smooth communication between internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Coordinate import & export shipments and logistics activities in fruits and vegetables business, including order processing, documentation handling, and transportation arrangements.
- Assist in managing import & export documentation accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and minimizing delays in customs clearance.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and the LATAM team to align tasks and strategize ways to optimize export and logistics operations.
- Monitor shipment progress and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders, addressing any issues or delays that may arise.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to streamline import & export and logistics processes, enhance efficiency, and improve overall operational performance.
- Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in export and logistics management, applying knowledge to drive improvements and maintain competitiveness.
Preferred backgrounds:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
- At least 2 years of experience in import & export operations, logistics coordination, or related roles.
- Strong understanding of export documentation requirements, customs regulations, and international trade practices.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and compliance in documentation and record-keeping.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate in English
Contract type: IndependentContractor (1 year) with the possibility of extension based on performance
What we look for
If you are a self-starter with a passion for making a difference, and if our core values below resonate with you, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our team.
- Care: We care deeply about the people around us and the world we live in. As such, we constantly strive to be a positive influence on everyone around us and contribute to solving the world’s food challenges through the work that we do.
- Discipline: Persistence and determination are part of our DNA. We are unwavering in the face of any challenge, staying committed to our goals and values.
- Intensity: We give our all in everything we do, operating at the intersection of ambition and innovation, always working with the highest standards of excellence.
Our Story
Tridge comes from a combination of the words, "Transaction" and "Bridge," signifying our mission to bridge the many gaps in the global agri-food supply chain.
We are pioneers in this space, bringing together the power of data, technology, and human expertise across the world to transform the global supply chain to be more efficient, resilient, and sustainable.
When you join Tridge, you join a multicultural and diverse community of ambitious, results-driven, and future-ready individuals, all with one shared mission of empowering tomorrow.
We currently have more than 600 employees working across more than 60 countries, embodying a culture of inclusion that fosters a positive and supportive environment.
Our Current Services
- Social Marketplace: https://www.tridge.com/marketplace
- Data & Analytics:https://www.tridge.com/data-analytics
- Insights:https://www.tridge.com/market-insights
- Fulfillment Solution:https://www.tridge.com/fulfillment
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