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Senior Import Freight Forwarder

On-site in Rotterdam·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

DSV

98 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time

    Per the ad.

Requirements

  • Dutch

    The ad asks for Dutch, or counts it in your favour.

This job advert was originally written in Dutch.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • salary depending on knowledge and experience, supplemented by a 5% bonus and 8% holiday pay;
  • space for yourself. This way you enjoy 28 vacation days (on a full-time basis) for time with friends and family;
  • a favorable pension scheme, part of which is premium-free and includes an employee contribution of 5%;
  • personal growth via our DSV Academy and external training in the field of logistics or other relevant professional fields;
  • and last but not least extra benefits, such as our bicycle plan scheme and the fiscfree program with which you have a net benefit at shops and sports clubs.

The role


Move forward as a Senior Import Freight Forwarder at DSV in Rotterdam
Drive innovation! DSV is constantly in motion and growing rapidly. That is why we are looking for an experienced freight forwarder. Someone who not only masters their craft but also knows how to inspire and guide colleagues. Do you see yourself growing with us in Rotterdam? Then your next step starts here. Whatever course you choose, together we move forward, DSV.

You will make it happen
Join our import team of 20 colleagues and ensure our customers can count on a true Champions League experience with freight forwarding. No fragmented processes, but your own client portfolio and the freedom to organize the entire process from A to Z. From client onboarding, to the first booking, to the financial closing of the file. Top-level service; you are part of it.

What you'll do

How will you do this? We give you the confidence to organize your tasks in your own way. Naturally, you bring knowledge of sea freight LCL, FCL, you are strong in relationship management, and you still get energy from operational activities. Your sprints ensure timely delivery. You will achieve this by:

  • converting customer inquiries into bookings, organizing sea freight imports, and settling files;
  • checking transport documentation in accordance with Incoterms and customer agreements;
  • instructing our customs department for the preparation of T1 documents and clearances;
  • identifying deviations during transport, updating customers, and handling claims.
  • onboarding and guiding (new) colleagues;
  • we work with Cargowise.

description

Job Req Number: 124085
Time Type: Full Time

You bring

  • you are a self-starter and, based on your work experience, you can guide and develop others;
  • at least 3 years of work experience in a similar role, import or export;
  • you speak and write good Dutch (B1) and English;
  • experience with Cargowise is a plus.

It all counts for this vacancy for senior import freight forwarder in Rotterdam. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly go well if you like to take charge, have courage, and want to grow with DSV.

You get
Working at DSV means working at one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is entrepreneurial, competitive, and always wants to grow as an organization. Therefore, we are looking for people who want to grow with us. In addition to a challenging job in an international environment, we also offer:

Start here. Go anywhere

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About DSV

Industry
Logistics
Founded
1976
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Hedehusene, Denmark
Website
dsv.com

In their own words

About the company & team

Within DSV, your team stands out due to a diverse group of colleagues. Junior, mid-level, or experienced, you will find them all there! Additionally, your colleagues find a positive working atmosphere and fun very important, and internal lines are short. But, even more importantly, that you will feel at home and find your place in our team. We will do everything we can to make that happen; a warm welcome is already waiting for you.

We are DSV, we grow
DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 90 countries and a growing network of partners, there is no place in the world we cannot reach via air transport, by sea, by rail, via couriers, or by road, or where we can offer warehouse storage.

At DSV, we ship everything that is loose or fixed. No two days are the same! Looking for variety? Then you fit perfectly in our team, according to Frank Verlaan, Import Manager.

In the Netherlands, we work from more than 40 locations, with more than 5,000 colleagues. Together, we take on the challenge brought about by a rapidly changing environment. We make fast decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.

Additional information


Move forward

Send your CV with motivation or leave your details and we will contact you. Any questions about this vacancy? Our corporate recruiter Cindy Visser answers all your questions via 06 8229 7557 or cindy.visser@dsv.com.

We exclusively contact you via official company addresses (e.g., @dsv.com or @nl.dsv.com) and never approach candidates via personal email services such as Gmail or Hotmail.


DSV - Global transport and logistics
Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers' needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.

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