Senior Associate, Trucking & Warehouse Operations
Posted: 2 days ago
Job Description
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.The opportunity:We are looking for a sharp, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Senior Associate, Trucking & Warehouse Operations to join our Ocean Ops team in Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam. This role will focus on day-to-day coordination of inland logistics, cross-border trucking, warehousing requests, and supporting logistics solutions across Vietnam and support for other ASEAN solutions when needed. You will work closely with vendors, internal stakeholders, and clients to ensure high-quality execution, cost control, and scalable solutions for origin logistics services. Vendor management experience is a must.What You'll Do: Daily Operations & ExecutionCoordinate inland trucking and drayage/ cartage for air and ocean shipments across Vietnam (and other SEA countries when needed)Review and fulfill ad-hoc trucking, warehousing, and storage service requestsArrange timely transport for EXW shipments and ensure smooth coordination with truckersOversee local warehouse-only accounts and ensure consistent process adherence and service qualityVendor & Solution ManagementSource, evaluate, and onboard new logistics vendors for ad-hoc needs or network expansionBuild and maintain strong vendor relationships to support cost-effective and reliable serviceMaintain fixed trucking rates database and upload onto Flexport’s system. Develop cross-border trucking solutions and multi-country consolidation modelsProvide clients and internal teams with consultation on supply chain solutions, including origin logistics flow design, RFQ, Pricing & TenderingLead RFQ processes for origin/destination trucking and warehousingCoordinate with Pricing, Sales, and Procurement teams on procurement platform reviews, ensure accurate trucking/warehouse inputMaintain and update buy rates in relevant systems to support accurate quoting and costingYou should have:5-7 years of experience in logistics, trucking, or warehousing operations, preferably in an international forwarderGood understanding of Vietnam logistics industry and logistics players. Good understanding of Ocean origin operations, especially in EXW, DAP, and Cross-border scenariosGood experience in managing vendors Strong analytical and vendor negotiation skillsAble to juggle daily execution with long-term solution buildingProficient in Excel, GSheet, and logistics procurement management systemsFluent in Vietnamese and EnglishA proactive communicator who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environmentsCommitment to Equal OpportunityAt 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.Global Data Privacy Notice for Job Candidates and ApplicantsDepending on your location, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) may regulate the way we manage the data of job applicants. By submitting your application, you are agreeing to our use and processing of your data as required. Please see our Privacy Notice available at www.flexport.com/privacy for additional information.
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