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Ocean Freight Specialist (f/m/d)

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DP World

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Logistics
  • Hamburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a degree in logistics/supply chain, 2+ years in ocean freight, multitasking ability, MS Office proficiency, strong analytical skills, and fluent English and German.
  • You will manage freight forwarding files, assist clients with documentation, liaise with ocean lines for solutions, monitor compliance, and coordinate with operations for efficient workflow.

Requirements

  • Degree in logistics/supply chain or a similar discipline
  • Minimum 2 years´ experience in Freight Forwarding industry with a focus on Ocean Freight
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks to meet various deadlines
  • Intermediate computer skills with a proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
  • Strong analytical skills including ability to analyze numbers and attention to detail
  • Excellent command in both English and German

Responsibilities

  • Manage file creation and all services associated with freight forwarding and logistics
  • Assist with account start-up. Liaison with sales to ensure required documentation/information needed for the SOP are provided.
  • Monitor/audit files weekly for compliance of estimate input, profit margin setting and timely invoicing
  • Assist clients in their day by day requests related to export/import documentation in order to ensure proper execution to the transportation files
  • Provide clients with complete Sailing details in order to ensure proper flow in information is guaranteed
  • Liaise with Ocean lines in order to procure the best possible solutions (capacity and cost) to be utilized upon execution of transportation files
  • Liaise with DPW internal Network and external Partner Agents in order to guarantee the best possible service assistance
  • Act quickly upon possible emergency situations that may arise within the life of an Ocean file
  • Network with your fellow Operations colleagues to ensure proper support is given in case of workflow overload

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Ocean Freight Specialist position?

A degree in logistics/supply chain or a similar discipline is required, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the Freight Forwarding industry focusing on Ocean Freight.

Is previous experience in Ocean Freight necessary?

Yes, a minimum of 2 years of experience in the Freight Forwarding industry with a focus on Ocean Freight is required for this role.

What language skills are necessary for this role?

Excellent command in both English and German is necessary.

What computer skills are expected from candidates?

Candidates should have intermediate computer skills with proficiency in MS Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

What responsibilities will the Ocean Freight Specialist have?

Responsibilities include managing file creation and logistics services, assisting with account start-up, monitoring compliance and invoicing, assisting clients with export/import documentation, liaising with ocean lines and internal/external partners, and managing emergency situations related to ocean files.

Will I be working in a team?

Yes, you will collaborate with your fellow Operations colleagues to ensure proper support in case of workflow overload.

What is the company culture at DP World?

DP World is dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered, embracing inclusion and diversity to drive innovation and growth.

What is the compensation package like?

DP World offers a market competitive compensation package as part of their commitment to hire and develop the right people.

Where is this position located?

This position is based in Hamburg, Germany.

How does DP World contribute to global trade?

DP World aims to make the world’s trade flow better, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people globally by transforming and integrating businesses across ports, terminals, marine services, logistics, and technology.

We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2005
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We exist to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally. With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 103,000 employees spanning 75 countries on six continents. We are pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses – Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades. We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.