Employee Role · GTC Global Trade Company Limited

PEOPLE & OPERATIONS LEAD - GTC Global Trade Company Limited

GTC Global Trade Company Limited · Trinidad & Tobago

PEOPLE & OPERATIONS LEAD - GTC Global Trade Company Limited

Job Description, Responsibilities, Workflow, Compensation Structure, and KPIs

1. Position Objective

The People & Operations Lead is responsible for connecting people, processes, inventory, and operations to ensure the organization operates efficiently, consistently, and in alignment with company objectives.

This role exists to strengthen operational execution, inventory control, process development, people development, internal organization, and cross-department alignment while building systems that support long-term scalability and accountability. The People & Operations Lead is expected to identify operational gaps, improve workflows, develop team capabilities, implement controls, and create sustainable systems that reduce dependency on individuals and increase organizational efficiency. Success in this role is measured not only by daily operational performance but also by the ability to build processes, develop people, strengthen accountability, and create an environment where departments function as one coordinated system focused on achieving company goals.

Through leadership, organization, and continuous improvement, this role contributes directly to the company's growth, operational stability, and customer service excellence.

2. Role Purpose

Company Purpose Statement - Our DNA is Customer Service.

The purpose of this role is not simply to manage inventory or administrative tasks.

The purpose of this role is to connect people, processes and operations, strengthen accountability, develop leaders, and build systems that allow the company to grow in an organized, scalable and customer-focused way.

Ownership & Accountability

At GTC, ownership remains with the assigned leader regardless of circumstances such as:

Vacations

Resignations

Staffing shortages

Training gaps

Operational limitations

Resource constraints

Organizational changes

While these circumstances may explain challenges, they do not eliminate responsibility for Communication, Escalation, Coordination, Problem solving, Follow-up and Resolution.

We are building a culture where people are accountable for results, not only tasks.

This role owns the organization's operational health.

It is responsible for ensuring that:

People work in alignment.

Processes function correctly.

Departments collaborate with one another.

Operational controls are maintained.

Company culture is strengthened.

Systems enable growth without reliance on specific individuals.

Developing people.

Training future leaders.

Monitoring performance.

Strengthening culture.

Leading by example.

Promoting accountability.

Team Synchronization & Operational Alignment

A critical responsibility of this role is ensuring operational alignment across departments.

The People & Operations Lead must actively connect:

Inventory

Marketing

Customer Service

Sales

Delivery

Administration

Human Resources

Departments must operate as one system to create exceptional customer experiences.

3. Company Culture Statement

Every employee, regardless of department, contributes directly or indirectly to the customer experience.

We believe:

Customer experience drives growth.

Accountability drives performance.

Systems create consistency.

Teamwork creates scalability.

Continuous improvement creates long-term success.

Every decision should support these principles. Our DNA is Customer Service.

4. Core Areas of Responsibility

Operational Execution & Business Efficiency

Operational oversight

Process optimization

Department alignment

Workflow improvement

Inventory Control & Stock Management

Inventory accuracy

Stock availability

Inventory controls

Operational reporting

People Development & Team Accountability

Coaching and development

Performance management

Team accountability

Training systems

Process Development & Documentation

SOP creation

Documentation

Continuous improvement

Operational controls

5. Responsibilities & Expected Outputs

Responsibilities

Operations

Improve operational efficiency

Monitor workflows

Eliminate bottlenecks

Coordinate department execution

Inventory

Maintain inventory accuracy

Making inventory cost of products

Ensure stock availability

Implement inventory controls

Monitor requisition processes

People Development

Conduct performance reviews

Identify training opportunities

Support succession planning

Interview execution

Improve accountability

Link with attorneys teamwork with Administrative team.

Documentation

Develop SOPs

Build training systems

Maintain operational documentation

Improve process visibility

6. Cross-Team Collaboration & Responsibilities

This role works directly with:

Inventory Team: Operational controls and inventory accuracy.

Digital & Content Specialist / Data Entry: Product setup, inventory updates, system accuracy, operational support.

Order Fulfillment Coordinator: Order accuracy, fulfillment efficiency, delivery performance.

Administration Team: Reporting, compliance, documentation, operational support.

Marketing Team: Promotion planning, inventory readiness, campaign execution.

Customer Service Team: Product availability, process improvements, customer feedback.

7. Reporting Structure

Reports Directly To

Sub-Management

General Management

Direct Reports from

Inventory Team

Digital & Content Specialist / Data Entry

Order Fulfillment Coordinator

Administration Team

8. Authority & Decision-Making Framework

Can Recommend

Hiring decisions

Contract terminations

Internal promotions

Disciplinary actions

Performance improvement plans

Training programs

Operational changes

Can Directly Approve

Vacation requests (first approval level)

Work schedules and rotations with CSRs coordinator

Minor operational adjustments

Operational requisitions within approved limits

Certifications, documentation and memorandums

Requires Sub-Management or Management Approval

Contract terminations

Salary increases

New positions

Purchases outside approved budgets

Significant inventory adjustments

Major organizational changes

9. Reporting Requirements

Daily

Operational issues requiring escalation

Inventory concerns

Staffing concerns

Weekly

Team performance updates

Operational improvements

Inventory performance review

Monthly

KPI report

Operational improvement report

Department performance summary

Training and development report

10. Confidentiality & Company Protection

Employees in this role will have access to confidential company information including:

Financial information

Inventory data

Employee records

Supplier information

Pricing structures

Operational procedures

Strategic initiatives

Disclosure, misuse, or unauthorized sharing of confidential information may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

11. Growth Within The Company

Career Path:

People & Operations Lead. ↓ Operations Manager / HR Manager ↓ Senior Operations Leader

Growth opportunities are based on:

Results

Leadership

System building

Team development

Delegation capability

Organizational impact

12. Compensation Structure

Base Salary: TTD $7,000 Monthly

Performance Bonus Structure:

KPI #1 - Personnel Retention, Operational Continuity, and Conflict Resolution

Bonus: TTD $500 Monthly

Shared KPI

Company Target Achievement

Bonus: TTD $500 Monthly

Maximum Monthly Performance Bonus: TTD $1,000

Maximum Total Monthly Compensation: TTD $8,000

13. Success Definition

Success in this role means:

Inventory operates through systems, not individuals.

SOPs exist for all critical functions.

Team members perform effectively with minimal supervision.

Departments communicate effectively.

Operational issues decrease over time.

Customer experience improves.

Leadership spends less time solving recurring problems and more time driving growth.

The ultimate goal is to build an organization capable of scaling through systems, accountability, and exceptional customer service.