Ops, Purchasing & Logistics Associate

Summary

Join Zipdev as an Operations, Purchasing & Logistics Associate and contribute to operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. This full-time, remote position involves managing international suppliers (primarily in China and Mexico), handling the full purchasing cycle, overseeing container shipments, and forecasting inventory. You will collaborate with various teams, utilizing platforms like Monday.com, ShipHero, Slack, and Telegram. The role requires 3+ years of experience in logistics, purchasing, or operations, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Google Sheets and Excel. The position offers benefits including paid time off, several company holidays, parental leave, health care reimbursement, and various bonuses.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in logistics, purchasing, or operations roles
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Experience working with international vendors, particularly in China and Mexico
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite
• Experience with Monday.com, Slack, Telegram, and ShipHero
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• High tolerance for ambiguity and change
• Excellent communicator, detail-oriented, and highly organized
• Excellent fluency in English (Both written and verbal)
• Currently living in Latin America
• Work remotely Monday - Friday, 40 hours a week (no weekends)

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard international suppliers (mainly China and Mexico)
• Negotiate terms and build lasting relationships
• Handle the full purchasing cycle, including contract negotiation, order placement, and tracking
• Manage container shipments and inbound logistics to ensure timely and accurate delivery into our stores
• Analyze sales data and trends to forecast demand and place orders proactively
• Maintain and track orders and inventory using Google Sheets and Excel
• Work closely with the operations, marketing, and fulfillment teams to ensure alignment and communication
• Use platforms like Monday.com for project management, ShipHero for fulfillment tracking, Slack for internal comms, and Telegram for external marketing collaboration

Benefits

• Vacation: 10 business days a year
• Holidays: 5 National Holidays a year
• Company Holidays: 5 Company Holidays a year (Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Zipdev Day)
• Parental Leave
• Health Care Reimbursement
• Active Lifestyle Reimbursement
• Quarterly Home Office Reimbursement
• Payroll Deduction Purchase Plans
• Longevity Bonus
• Continuous Learning Bonus
• Access to Training and Professional Development Platforms