Operations Associate

Posted 8 hours 7 minutes ago by DM Containers

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Cataluña, Spain
Job Description

About Us

DM Containers is a fast-growing shipping container trading and leasing company, headquartered in Barcelona. In just a few years, we've built a global operation and are now entering a major growth phase for . To keep scaling, we're building a top-tier Sales and Operations team.

If you're sharp, hands-on, and eager to take ownership, this is your shot to grow in a high-impact role.


Your Role

As Operations Associate, you'll be at the core of our day-to-day logistics. Your main focus will be maintaining stock accuracy and keeping all moving parts aligned-whether it's with depots, clients, forwarders, or internal teams.

This is a great role for someone with 1-3 years of experience who's organized, responsive, and ready to grow quickly within a fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Stock Control: Maintain and update daily stock lists across multiple locations.
  • Daily Coordination: Liaise with depots, forwarders, clients, and partners to manage container handovers, pickups, and deliveries.
  • Logistics Monitoring: Track container movements (buying, selling, leasing) and ensure all key details - dates, quantities, container numbers, pricing - is accurate and updated.
  • Problem Solving: Flag and resolve day-to-day issues quickly - whether it's a pickup delay or depot miscommunication.
  • Documentation: Prepare container release forms and operational paperwork with attention to detail.
  • Team Support: Work closely with the China operations team and other internal teams to ensure smooth, 24/7 operations.


What You Bring


Experience

  • 1 - 3 years in operations, logistics, or supply chain-ideally with exposure to shipping, freight, or trading.
  • Experience dealing with depots, transport companies, or stock systems is a big plus.

Skills & Traits

  • Highly organized and quick to respond-this role moves fast.
  • Detail-obsessed when it comes to stock accuracy and data updates.
  • Excellent communicator, especially over email and WhatsApp with external partners.
  • Fluent English is essential; other languages are a plus.
  • Confident using Excel/Google Sheets; CRM knowledge is helpful.


What We Bring

  • Competitive Salary + performance bonuses.
  • Growth Opportunities: Join us during our scale-up phase and grow with the company.
  • Perks: Business trips, team-building events, and a stylish central Barcelona office with a killer view.