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Product Manager

Nuvocargo

Nuvocargo

Product
Washington, DC, USA
Posted on Apr 9, 2025

Nuvocargo is redefining the $2 trillion freight-forwarding industry with cutting-edge technology and AI-driven intelligence. As a digital-first freight forwarder, customs broker, and managed transportation provider, we leverage AI, traditional software, and world-class service to help companies seamlessly move products across the Americas—starting with the largest trade lane in the world: Mexico ⇄ USA. We were named one of Fast Company’s 50 World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025 and ranked #1 in the logistics sector.

International logistics is the multi-trillion-dollar backbone of the global economy, yet it has lagged in technological transformation. That’s changing fast, and Nuvocargo is at the forefront of this shift. By harnessing AI traditional software and data, we optimize every aspect of the supply chain — unlocking efficiency, visibility, and reduced costs for shippers and carriers.

We are building AI-powered solutions to solve the industry’s toughest challenges, streamlining operations and enhancing decision-making for businesses navigating an increasingly complex trade landscape. Our technology doesn’t just improve logistics—it transforms it, enabling faster, smarter, and more agile supply chains.

We’re scaling fast, backed by top-tier investors from Silicon Valley and Latin America, including QED (founders of $60B+ Capital One), NFX (Silicon Valley fund with $10B+ in exits), the founders of Nubank ($30B+), Loft ($3B+), Ramp ($2B+), and Rappi ($5B+), as well as ALLVP, Y Combinator, and seasoned industry leaders.

Our DNA is a fusion of Silicon Valley innovation, deep logistics expertise, and Latin American & U.S. market knowledge. If you thrive on solving high-impact global trade challenges and want to help shape the future of AI-powered logistics, we want to hear from you.

The opportunity for you:

This pivotal role is directly tied to Nuvocargo’s success—you’ll transform our product and operations, and ultimately the industry, using cutting-edge technology. Working closely with department heads, you’ll build products, define new processes and create new functions as we scale.

  • As a Product Manager, you will operate at the intersection of strategy, execution, and technology—leading cross-functional initiatives that shape the future of logistics and trade at Nuvocargo. This is a rare opportunity to solve complex operational challenges while leveraging cutting-edge AI and automation to drive impact at scale.
  • You will work across teams—including Ops, Carrier Sales, Customs and R&D—to identify inefficiencies, develop new capabilities, and build scalable solutions that improve our core processes, technology, and overall business performance.
  • This is a hands-on, results-driven role where you’ll incubate new ideas, rapidly prototype solutions, and lead the product development process to implement data-driven improvements. Your work will directly influence how Nuvocargo transforms the $2T freight industry and creates a smarter, more efficient supply chain.

Who You Are

You thrive in high-stakes, fast-paced environments and have a relentless work ethic. Whether it’s in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or as a startup founder, you’ve consistently tackled complex problems and delivered results. You’re an overachiever with big ambition—you want to own the most important projects and drive real change. You’ve already made a serious impact in the first 2-3 years of your career, and now you’re ready for the next level.

You are a high-agency operator and builder—you don’t wait for permission, you move fast, and you execute like no one else. You build scalable solutions that disrupt industries and make them smarter, more efficient, and more connected.

This role is based in Mexico City and will require you to travel to the border, customer operations, carrier yards, and warehouses. You’re hands-on, not only sitting behind a desk—you’ll be in the operations, solving problems, making things happen, and driving change.

Our ideal candidate is:

  • Bilingual in English & Spanish. You seamlessly switch between both languages to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
  • Low-ego, highly collaborative. You prioritize results over credit, listen actively, and execute pragmatic solutions that drive impact.
  • Strategic thinker & hands-on doer. You connect big-picture goals with execution, turning insights into actionable roadmaps.
  • Fast-moving & adaptable. You thrive in high-speed environments, making quick decisions and overcoming obstacles with agility.
  • Clear communicator & active listener. You distill complex problems into structured, concise communication that aligns teams.
  • Problem-solver & systems thinker. You break down challenges, navigate ambiguity, and find creative, effective solutions.
  • Data-driven decision-maker. You balance intuition with hard data, using analytics to optimize processes and measure success.
  • Proactive & self-driven. You take initiative, push boundaries, and continuously seek ways to innovate and improve operations.
  • Experienced in high-impact roles. Background in investment banking, private equity, entrepreneurhsip, balancing quantitative and qualitative insights.

How You Drive Impact

To succeed in this role, you must think strategically to align daily execution with business objectives, embed yourself in operations to deeply understand challenges, and rapidly build and test solutions using AI, no-code, and low-code tools to drive efficiency and innovation. Once you have validated that something works, collaborate with engineering to implement the solution in a scalable way.

What You’ll Do in a Typical Week

  • Dive deep into operations. Spend time with cross-functional teams—Ops, Carrier Sales, Customs—to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Whether analyzing workflows or shadowing frontline teams, you’ll work hands-on to understand challenges at their core.
  • Leverage technology to solve real problems. Build MVPs, automate processes, and experiment with AI, no-code, and low-code tools to rapidly test and implement solutions that drive efficiency. Then, work with engineering to make them scalable and efficient.
  • Turn insights into action. Use data to diagnose operational bottlenecks, propose high-impact initiatives, and lead execution from ideation to launch—whether it’s optimizing a process, refining an incentive structure, or rolling out a new tool.
  • Align strategy with execution. Bridge the gap between high-level business objectives and on-the-ground realities by developing roadmaps, defining key priorities, and ensuring teams are working toward measurable outcomes.
  • Work directly with customers and partners. Visit warehouses, carrier yards, and customer operations to see firsthand how logistics flows, gather insights, and refine solutions that improve service and scalability.
  • Communicate, synthesize, and drive alignment. Lead discussions with leadership and stakeholders, present data-driven recommendations, and ensure initiatives are well-structured, clear, and moving forward efficiently.

This role is dynamic, fast-paced, and impact-driven—every week will bring new challenges and opportunities to push the logistics industry forward. 🚀

This Will NOT Be a Good Fit for You If:

  • You need to be "managed." This role requires extreme ownership and autonomy. If you need constant direction or prefer structured, top-down management, this may not be the right fit. We’re looking for a self-starter who takes initiative, drives projects forward, and knows when to seek input from key stakeholders.
  • You prefer strategy over execution. While strategic thinking is crucial, this role is hands-on. If you’re not willing to dive into the details—whether that means analyzing workflows, troubleshooting operational bottlenecks, or building prototypes—you may find this role too tactical.
  • You struggle to turn ideas into action. We move fast, and execution is everything. If you prefer long planning cycles over rapid experimentation and iteration, this may not be the right environment for you. This role requires a strong bias for action and the ability to bring well-thought-out solutions to life quickly.
  • You are uncomfortable with ambiguity. Startups are dynamic, and logistics is complex. If you need rigid structures or pre-defined playbooks to operate effectively, you may find the fast-paced, ever-changing nature of this role challenging.
  • You don’t want to get your hands dirty. This role involves spending time in the field—visiting warehouses, carrier yards, and customer operations. If you prefer working exclusively from a desk, this may not be the right fit.

This role is for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership of big challenges, and isn’t afraid to do the hard work to drive meaningful change.

What We Offer

  • A unique culture at the intersection of freight, technology, and international trade. Work in a fast-paced environment that blends Silicon Valley innovation with deep logistics expertise across the U.S. and Latin America.
  • The opportunity to build from the ground up. Help shape the foundations of a venture-backed tech company using cutting edge technology and transforming a multi-trillion-dollar industry. Your work will directly impact the future of cross-border logistics leveraging AI and NuvoOS which is the best TMS for cross-border logistics in North America.
  • A front-row seat to hyper-growth. Join a well-funded, fast-scaling startup where you’ll work alongside experienced operators, demanding customers and ambitious peers who are redefining global trade.
  • Meaningful work with real-world impact. The logistics industry powers the global economy. At Nuvocargo, you’ll tackle complex, high-stakes challenges that improve supply chains, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation.

Nuvocargo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We look forward to working with you!