Area Manager - New Grad

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.

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.

We are currently seeking individuals for a full-time position that involves operating one of our largest fulfillment centers. As a key member of the Flexport team, you will take on the role of a people leader, responsible for managing a process and a team on the operating floor. This position offers a unique opportunity to invest in others and cultivate a collaborative leadership style.

By utilizing the tools, processes, and operations that drive Flexport's mission, you will contribute to shaping the future of logistics. We are looking for high-potential candidates who are eager to learn quickly, take on this challenge and become part of our dynamic and innovative team. Join us in our mission to revolutionize global trade and make a lasting impact on the industry.

• Coach, manage, and develop a team of 30-100.
• Communicate policies to your team and act as the primary information source for the team, maintaining compliance, consistency, and taking corrective action when needed.
• Create, manage, and support recognition programs across your department.
• Support all safety programs and OSHA compliance to ensure a safe work environment for all associates.
• Ensure procedures are followed for building security and product loss prevention.
• Be an integral part of our Operations team as an Area Manager at one of our largest fulfillment centers in the country.
• Own performance reporting for your areas of responsibility within the FC, including, but not limited to, on-time receiving and shipping, inventory accuracy, and packing quality.
• Consistently hold yourself and your team to strict SLA expectations, providing clear and concise verbal and written reports of performance and action plans when needed.
• Facilitate troubleshooting with relevant cross-functional parties for fulfillment-related problems.
• Serve as an escalation point to mitigate risks and resolve issues.
• Measure and respond to gaps in inventory accuracy, facilitating strategic initiatives to identify root causes and resolve them.
• Review defect rates to identify trends and expose opportunities to improve operations both internally and across the network.
• Track learnings and best practices to contribute to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Help prioritize the resolution of systemic problems, working closely with our Growth and Engineering teams.

• BA/BS Degree or equivalent work experience. Supply chain major preferred.
• Ability to drive process improvements and the ability to keep pace with our growth while motivating others to meet challenges in a…