Logistics Associate

About Safi

Safi operates the recycling industry’s first digital B2B marketplace, underpinned by AI-enhanced material quality control. We combine technology and deep industry expertise to simplify every step of the trading experience and are proud to count 400+ of the most forward-thinking recycling facilities across the globe as our customers.

In November 2023, we closed our $19.5m Series A and are backed by US’ & UK’s most renowned ClimateTech investors, including Chris Sacca's LowerCarbon Capital. We’ve also received personal investment from some of Europe’s most successful founders (e.g. Revolut, Monzo, Songkick & InFarm founders), as well as founders of several successful B2B Marketplaces.

About the role

As a Logistics Associate, you will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, enhancing our product offerings, and fostering exceptional customer service. You will directly contribute to our growth and success in creating a greener world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the planning and execution of road & sea transportation for our global network of buyers and sellers by working closely with carriers, freight forwarders, and transport providers whilst maintaining accurate and up-to-date information on Safi’s platform 

• Ensure compliance with shipping regulations and documentation requirements for different modes of transport and geographies 

• Prepare and review shipping documentation such as bills of lading, packing lists, commercial invoices, and certificates of origin

• Resolve any operational issues, such as delays or rollovers, and coordinate corrective actions

• Coordinate the shipping process internally with Safi’s Quality & Fiance teams

• Work with Logistics Team Lead and Product Team on process and tooling improvements

Requirements:

• Experience in ocean logistics operations, gained through previous experience such as freight forwarding, or an in-house logistics department 

• Strong attention to detail, and eye for errors and omissions

• Proactive, able to use their own initiative to manage operational escalations 

• Ability to develop a strong understanding of and manage the documentation/differing processes required for different export/import geographies

• Able to work in an unstructured and dynamic environment to transform the recycling industry with technology

• Fluent in English

Nice to have:

• Working proficiency in Spanish or French 

• Experience dealing with customs and import/export processes relating to carriage of waste

Please note: Some overlap with UK time zone (GMT) will be required