Operations Lead
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Position: Operations lead
About Drip Capital
We are a US-based fintech company revolutionizing global trade for SMEs. At Drip Capital were redefining the future of trade finance and facilitation empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to scale internationally with ease.
With the global SME trade market exceeding $5 trillion our mission is to provide businesses in emerging markets with seamless access to capitaleliminating red tape and outdated processes. By leveraging cutting-edge technology we make trade finance fast efficient and hassle-free. Beyond financing we simplify trade and sourcing helping SMEs navigate global markets effortlessly.
Headquartered in Palo Alto California with offices in India Drip Capital is strategically positioned to meet the evolving needs of SMEs in emerging markets.
Backed by top investorsincluding Accel Peak XV Wing VC Sequoia India Y Combinator GMO SMBC Japan Barclays and IFCDrip has facilitated over $7 billion in trade across 10000 buyers and sellers. As we continue to grow we remain committed to transforming global trade for SMEs worldwide.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Operations Lead to join our Sourcing Team. This individual will play a critical role in streamlining the end-to-end operations for global sourcing transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills deep operational insight and prior experience in international logistics and customs clearance processes.
What Youll Be Doing:
Lead daily sourcing operations ensuring seamless execution of trade finance transactions across multiple geographies
Oversee international customs clearance processescoordinate with customs brokers freight forwarders and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance with import/export regulations
Identify gaps in the sourcing-to-shipping cycle and implement solutions to improve turnaround time efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Collaborate with internal teams (credit product tech) and external vendors (suppliers logistics providers customs agents) to drive smooth operational execution.
Ensure accurate and timely handling of trade documents such as BLs invoices packing lists COO and customs filingsProactively identify risks in cross-border operations and implement mitigation strategies especially related to delays in customs clearance or non-compliance
Track key operational KPIs and provide insights to leadership for continuous improvement in sourcing and logistics processes
What Youll Be Doing:
Bachelors degree in Business Supply Chain International Trade or related field. Masters is a plus
12 years of experience in operations sourcing or logistics with at least 2 years in international customs clearance
Deep understanding of global trade compliance Incoterms and documentation requirements
Hands-on experience working with customs brokers and international freight forwarding companies
Strong communication problem-solving and project management skills
Experience in fast-paced environments like fintech logistics or trade companies preferred
Why Join Us
Be part of a rapidly growing fintech company revolutionizing trade finance and empowering global SMEs
Lead a high-impact team with the opportunity to shape the future of collections and risk servicing
Competitive compensation benefits and a collaborative work environment
Drive innovation in the collections function contributing directly to the companys growth and success
Employment Type
Full-Time
