Location: Nuremberg, Germany
Salary: €45,000 +
Altius Talent are partnering with a growing midsized freight forwarder who are searching for a sea freight operator to join them out of their Nuremberg office.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Sea freight Operator, you will play a critical role in managing the full sea freight import and export process from start to finish. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing the end-to-end coordination of sea freight shipments (import & export).
- Booking cargo with shipping lines and organizing transport arrangements.
- Preparing and verifying all relevant shipping documentation, including bills of lading, customs paperwork, and invoices.
- Communicating with clients, carriers, and internal teams to ensure smooth operations.
- Handling customs clearance processes and ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Monitoring shipments, proactively addressing potential delays, and providing regular updates to stakeholders.
- Resolving any operational issues that may arise, ensuring customer satisfaction.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 2 years in sea freight operations (import and export).
- Fluency in German (essential); proficiency in English is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of logistics processes, including customs regulations. Familiarity with freight forwarding software and tools is advantageous.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach to handling operational challenges.
Package:
- Salary of around €45,000 DOE
- Opportunity to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment with a well-established forwarder.
- Professional growth and development opportunities in the logistics and freight forwarding sector.
- A chance to contribute to a growing business with a reputation for excellence.