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Packlink
Cheap shipping & courier comparison
- 201-500 employees
- B2C
- B2B
- Marketplace
- Logistics
- Freight
- Delivery
- eCommerce
- Las Delicias, Madrid, MD
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Company mission
To make shipping easy and transparent for people and businesses throughout the world.
-10% employee growth in 12 months
Our take
Packlink is a popular B2B and B2C price comparison and package delivery platform that operates internationally, but is particularly active in Spain, Germany, France, and Italy. The company emerged in 2012, and thanks to partnerships with Ebay and PayPal, quickly became Spain’s largest shipping marketplace.
The company was acquired in 2021 by US-based Auctane, a market leader in shipping and fulfilment software which operates brands like ShipStation, Stamps.com, and ShipEngin. However, Packlink continues to operate as a standalone entity, still overseen by co-founder Ben Askew-Renaut.
With the new ownership comes a good amount of future-proofing for Packlink, who having already established themselves as a heavyweight company in Europe can now continue to consolidate their status.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Benefits
- Flexible Salary: We work with Cobee on a flexible compensation plan for transport, restaurants, and kindergarten so our employees can save on personal income tax.
- If you prefer private health insurance, we offer a great plan courtesy of our partner Sanitas.
- Everything you need to work from home: Whether you prefer Mac, Linux or Windows (or an additional screen or two), we set you up for success when working remotely.
- Remote-first company: All team members at Packlink are remote employees. After COVID, you can decide if you want to work in the office 2 days a week or 3 days per quarter. It's up to you. We also cover your expenses for working from home (50€ per month/600€ per year).
- Clear and transparent compensation plan: We always include the salary range for all our job offers in order to be clear about our expectations. We will discuss the indicated range with you in the first recruiting call to ensure that we are on the same page.
- Health and Wellness: Choose from different options that help you focus on your health. Gym membership or exercise classes (pilates, kick-boxing, etc.)—we’re happy to cover the cost!
- Great work-life balance: We offer a flexible work schedule and will do our best to adapt to your personal situation. Working in a fast-growth environment can be intense, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t enjoy your free time!
- An inclusive and upbeat work environment: Leave your suit behind... we’re a t-shirt and converse kind of place! More importantly, our company culture promotes diversity and inclusion. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid, and we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.
- Referral Bonus: We need your support in hiring top-class talent! We offer a referral bonus of 1k-3K, depending on the complexity of the role and the hiring process.
- Free language classes: Thirsty for knowledge? Learn a new language by joining our free English/Spanish/French classes. In groups of 4-5 people, you can connect and enjoy taking up a new language or improving your current skills with one of our great instructors.
- Personal Training Budget: Up to 2.000€/year (certifications, conferences attendance, etc.) to invest in your professional development.
- Enjoy your Birthday: Take your birthday off to celebrate, or your kid's birthday!
- A cross-cultural atmosphere: We are a truly international team of 15 nationalities that speak 10 languages. Our company language is English and all internal communication and company-wide meetings are in English.
- Company events: Work hard, play hard! We do our best every day, even at our regular team-building events. Everything is currently remote, but we’re looking forward to organizing in-person company events once again in the near future!
Company values
- Earn it - Without trust, we can’t grow. We earn trust from our teammates, customers and partners through hard work and great results.
- Do it - Act, accomplish, repeat—that’s how we achieve our shared vision. Our team doesn’t overthink it, we are simply shipping by simply thinking.
- Live it - We’re at our best when we’re challenged, learning and having fun.
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Sep 2015
$12.6m
SERIES B
Jun 2014
$9m
SERIES B
Total funding: $23.2m
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Leadership
Ben Askew-Renaut
(CEO)Founded Packlink in 2012 after a seven year spell as Europe, US & Canada application consultant at Tecscy's, a leading supply chain management software provider. Also founded and for two years ran 'Authentika Produits du Monde', a food products importing company which sold to SDV Groupe in 2001. Continues as Packlink CEO after acquisition by Auctane.
Javier Bravo
(Co-founder)Co-founded Packlink and carried roles various as COO, CSO, and VP Carrier Network between 2011 and early 2022. Left to found investment company Cubeta Investments.