Selected Intern's Day-to-day Responsibilities Include Assist managers in curating, developing, and storing engaging content for internal team members to refer to and use. Curate and organize existing content, mainly standard operating procedures, to optimize accessibility and impact. Support the team with editing, proofreading, and publishing content. Possesses excellent written and verbal English proficiency. About Company: Silq's core mission is to simplify global trade and create a cost-effective and sustainable supply chain that is accessible to everyone. Thinking about supply chain optimization from the first principles, the team in India focuses on building the next generation of tooling for factories and a mobile application to collect quality data from the field and help us benchmark and improve factory performance. Show more Show less
Job Description: Gateway (Trade Lane) Manager – Logistics & Procurement Location: Chennai, India Experience: 8+ years in Logistics, Procurement, and Carrier & Vendor Relations Industry Focus: Ocean & Air Freight | Trade Lanes: China, Vietnam, India to U.S. We are seeking an experienced Gateway Manager with a proven background in logistics operations, procurement, and carrier/vendor relationship management to own multiple Trade Lanes under each Gateway (Region). The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in ocean and air freight operations, combined with strong commercial acumen to develop and grow revenue-generating opportunities. This individual will be responsible for managing and optimizing trade lanes from China, Vietnam, and India to the United States , ensuring seamless cargo movement while building and expanding our service offerings. Key Responsibilities: Procurement & Carrier Management: Develop and execute procurement strategies for ocean and air freight services. Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers and vendors to secure competitive rates and capacity. Negotiate contracts and service agreements with key partners. Operational Oversight: Oversee day-to-day logistics operations to support the Client Services team in ensuring a timely and efficient cargo movement. Resolve operational challenges and implement best practices to improve performance and reduce costs. Monitor service quality and compliance across all trade lanes. Trade Lane Development & Revenue Growth: Identify and develop new business opportunities to grow revenue on key trade lanes. Collaborate with the commercial team to build and enhance service offerings tailored to client needs. Analyze market trends and client requirements to position the company competitively. Client & Vendor Relationship Management: Serve as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring high levels of service and satisfaction. Work closely with clients to understand their needs and propose tailored logistics solutions. Market Intelligence & Strategy: Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory requirements. Provide strategic insights to leadership on trade lane performance and growth opportunities. Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in logistics, procurement, and trade lane management. Strong operational knowledge of ocean and air freight logistics. Extensive experience managing trade lanes from China, Vietnam, and India to the U.S. Proven track record in carrier and vendor relationship management. Commercial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on revenue-generating opportunities. Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Preferred: Experience in developing and executing procurement strategies in peak and off-peak market conditions. Familiarity with U.S. import regulations and customs requirements. Show more Show less
JOB DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations associate who is well versed in Export/ Import freight forwarding operations to join our Silqs team. The primary focus of this role will be to keep the in-house app up to date with information pertaining to the end to end lifecycle of a shipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient update of rates, track and trace updates and ensure data quality and integrity. Responsibilities: Monitor the entire lifecycle of the shipment and perform timely updates in the in-house application within stipulated Service Level Agreement. Work with account management to launch new customer projects in the SILQ application and maintain client-specific SOPs for service delivery. Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import declarations. Track shipments in real-time and keep clients informed of their cargo's status. Manage import/export processes, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Maintain accurate records of all shipments and related documentation. Responsible for testing new app features in User Acceptance Testing. Assist with customs clearance procedures and address any issues that may arise. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in regulations. Qualifications: Graduate with minimum of 2-5 years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or a related field. Strong understanding of international trade procedures and customs regulations. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. US Trade Lane knowledge & familiarity with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations is preferred Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. PERKS/BENEFITS: Incentive pay paid halfyearly Quarterly awards Health Insurance - Hospitalization and OPD Insurance Policy - Term and Accident coverage Wellness Benefit Paid Leave Team Lunches Most importantly: You get to work through the most interesting phase of building a company - the beginning!
Job Description: Operations Associate Location: Chennai, India Experience: 2 - 5 years in Freight Forwarding preferably US Exports We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations associate who is well versed in Export/ Import freight forwarding operations to join our Silq s team. The primary focus of this role will be to keep the in-house app up to date with information pertaining to the end to end lifecycle of a shipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient update of rates, track and trace updates and ensure data quality and integrity. Responsibilities: Monitor the entire lifecycle of the shipment and perform timely updates in the in-house application within stipulated Service Level Agreement. Work with account management to launch new customer projects in the SILQ application and maintain client-specific SOPs for service delivery. Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import declarations. Track shipments in real-time and keep clients informed of their cargos status. Manage import/export processes, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Maintain accurate records of all shipments and related documentation. Responsible for testing new app features in User Acceptance Testing. Assist with customs clearance procedures and address any issues that may arise. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in regulations. Qualifications: Graduate with minimum of 2-5 years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or a related field. Strong understanding of international trade procedures and customs regulations. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. US Trade Lane knowledge & familiarity with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations is preferred Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. PERKS/BENEFITS: Incentive pay paid halfyearly Quarterly awards Health Insurance - Hospitalization and OPD Insurance Policy - Term and Accident coverage Wellness Benefit Paid Leave Team Lunches Most importantly: You get to work through the most interesting phase of building a company - the beginning!
JOB DESCRIPTION: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Operations associate who is well versed in Export/ Import freight forwarding operations to join our Silqs team. The primary focus of this role will be to keep the in-house app up to date with information pertaining to the end to end lifecycle of a shipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and efficient update of rates, track and trace updates and ensure data quality and integrity. Responsibilities: Monitor the entire lifecycle of the shipment and perform timely updates in the in-house application within stipulated Service Level Agreement. Work with account management to launch new customer projects in the SILQ application and maintain client-specific SOPs for service delivery. Prepare and process shipping documentation, including bills of lading, commercial invoices, and export/import declarations. Track shipments in real-time and keep clients informed of their cargo's status. Manage import/export processes, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. Maintain accurate records of all shipments and related documentation. Responsible for testing new app features in User Acceptance Testing. Assist with customs clearance procedures and address any issues that may arise. Stay up-to-date on industry trends and changes in regulations. Qualifications: Graduate with minimum of 2-5 years of experience in logistics, freight forwarding, or a related field. Strong understanding of international trade procedures and customs regulations. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. US Trade Lane knowledge & familiarity with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) regulations is preferred Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. PERKS/BENEFITS: Incentive pay paid halfyearly Quarterly awards Health Insurance - Hospitalization and OPD Insurance Policy - Term and Accident coverage Wellness Benefit Paid Leave Team Lunches Most importantly: You get to work through the most interesting phase of building a company - the beginning!
As an intern, you will be responsible for assisting managers in curating, developing, and storing engaging content to be utilized by internal team members. Your tasks will involve curating and organizing existing content, particularly standard operating procedures, to enhance accessibility and effectiveness. Additionally, you will support the team by engaging in editing, proofreading, and publishing content. The ideal candidate should possess excellent written and verbal English proficiency to effectively communicate and collaborate with team members. About the Company: Silq's primary objective is to streamline global trade and establish a cost-effective and sustainable supply chain that is within reach for all. The team in India is dedicated to reimagining supply chain optimization through fundamental principles. They are focused on creating innovative factory tooling and a mobile application to gather quality data from the field, enabling the benchmarking and enhancement of factory performance.,
About Silq SILQ s core mission is to simplify global trade and create a cost-effective and sustainable supply chain that is accessible to everyone. Thinking about supply chain optimization from first principles, The team in India will focus on building the next generation of tooling for factories and a mobile application to collect quality data from the field and help us benchmark and improve factory performance. Some of the problems we need to solve next year: Financing for both factories and our clients which means lending money and all the technical challenges that come with it. Real time tracking of shipments - tracking ships, planes and trucks. Although this is a solved problem for passenger assets, cargo vehicle tracking is still in its nascent stages. Automating document digitization - Our mission involves revolutionizing an archaic industry which involves a lot of physical documents which require considerable operational effort to digitize. Scaling up our collaboration systems - comments, direct messaging and notification systems Robust payment infrastructure so that our users across the globe can pay factories and Silq. Mobile app to uber ize factory inspections. Anyone with a phone should be able to perform an AQL inspection. You should apply if you: Have 2-4 years of hands-on experience with Python and Django (backend) , and TypeScript and React (frontend) . Write clean, well-tested, and extendable code that is easy to maintain. Are skilled at breaking down projects into smaller, manageable tasks for timely delivery. Communicate technical ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Thrive in a high-autonomy environment , making sound decisions independently. Enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, including design, product, and operations. Value and contribute to a culture of good engineering practices and high technical standards. Day to Day: Design complex systems that reflect the nuances of logistics, covering everything from cargo tracking to customs handling. Partner with other leaders to drive our growth strategy in Asia. Maintain a strong focus on technical productivity, reliability, and simplicity . Use technology to streamline operations by working directly with our operations team on a first-principles approach. Inspire excellence within your team by setting clear expectations, recognizing performance, and fostering a supportive work environment. Tech Stack: Python/Django (Backend) (Rescript + TypeScript)/React (Frontend) Postgres + Mongo DB for data storage + Redis for caching Meilisearch (Index) GraphQL API layer Benefits: Competitive Fixed Compensation - INR 20,00,000 to INR 32,00,000 Employee Stock Options (Series A Funded Company) Medical Insurance and OPD Benefits Term & Accident Life Cover Personal Learning Budget Paid Time Off Flexible work arrangements Quarterly rewards Wellness allowance Provident fund and Gratuity Fun team lunches Most importantly: You get to work through the most interesting phase of building a company - the beginning!
About the role: We are looking for a Finance Executive to support our Finance and Accounting process working closely and learning from the Finance Manager and other team members. Key Responsibilities: Data Maintenance & Analysis Update and maintain project and client level data for crucial decision making and reporting use. Analyse data and create, maintain, and publish charts and summary tables for quick overview. Ensure timely reconciliation with organisational database and books of accounts. Reporting Prepare and discuss project and client wise reports identifying problem areas and document discussions. Client Management Invoice assigned clients for completed services in a timely manner. Manage queries from clients and coordinate with internal POCs in the process. SOA Reconciliation. Vendor Management Handle disputes and clarifications with vendors. Ensure timely entry of invoices in books of accounts. SOA Reconciliation. Statutory Monthly and annual GST return filings for the Indian entity. Monthly TDS filing for the Indian entity. Assist in any other compliance workstreams/audits as necessary. You Should Apply if You: Bachelors or Masters Degree. CA Inter Pass is an added advantage 3+ years of experience in a Finance team
About Silq: At Silq, we aim to build the largest sustainable global shipping network with a 40% gross margin, leveraging people, data, and technology. Our technology simplifies shipping by allowing customers to create custom workflows and is enhanced by real-time factory information from our team. This combination minimizes exceptions, improves shipment consolidation, and helps customers save on shipping costs from day one. About the role: We are looking for a Finance Executive to support our Finance and Accounting who manages budgets, forecasts and reports. We are looking for the one who provides strategic financial guidance and aligns financial goals with overall objectives of the company and learning from the Finance Manager and other team members. Key Responsibilities: Update and maintain project/client data to support decision-making and accurate reporting. Create and publish charts and summary tables for easy data visualization and analysis. Ensure timely reconciliation of project/client data with organizational databases and accounts. Prepare, discuss, and document detailed reports on projects and clients, identifying issues. Invoice clients promptly for services, handle queries, and coordinate with internal contacts. Resolve vendor disputes, ensure invoices are entered timely, and reconcile statements of accounts. Manage monthly and annual GST return filings for compliance with Indian regulations. Handle monthly TDS filings for the Indian entity and assist with compliance audits. You Should Apply if You: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree. CA Inter Pass is an added advantage 2+ years of experience in a Finance team Strong communication and interpersonal skills Strong decision-making skills Excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial details Well versed with MS Office, Google G Suite (Sheets, Docs, Slides) Benefits: Competitive Fixed Compensation Employee Stock Options (Series A Funded Company) Benefits package including Medical Insurance, OPD Benefits Personal Learning Budget Unlimited Time Off with Responsibility Flexible work arrangements Quarterly rewards Wellness allowance Provident fund and Gratuity Fun team lunches