Senior Forwarder Ocean Freight Import

<p>Job Req Number:  95548<br/> Time Type: Full Time</p> <p> </p> <p><span><strong>Move forward as Senior Forwarder Ocean Freight Import at DSV in Dordrecht</strong></span><br/><span>Drive the change! DSV is on the move and we are looking for a senior freight forwarder who has been around the block (or across the ocean) and likes to guide others. Are you the kind of person who enjoys sharing your know-how, taking charge of import processes, and growing together with your team? Let’s grow together. DSV. Start here. Go anywhere.<br/><br/></span></p> <p><span><strong>You get it done</strong></span><br/><span>You have got this. Our import team handles around 100 shipments per person, per month. Easy for you, right? Sure, because you already have got a few solid years of experience managing ocean freight imports. You know the ropes. You are a pro. That means you know how to keep customers happy, make fast deliveries happen, and spot the details when it comes to closing files. Bam! Another satisfied customer: You’re on it.<br/><br/></span></p> <p><span>How you do this? We trust you to run things your way. You bring the knowledge, from Incoterms to building strong relationships, and you still love getting hands-on with the daily operations. Whether it is processing orders in CargoWise, booking shipments, consolidating freight, setting up transport, handling documents, talking to customers, or making sure everything arrives on time. You have got it covered. You achieve this by:<br/><br/></span></p> <ul> <li><span>converting customer requests into bookings, organizing import sea freight and finalizing dossiers; </span></li> <li><span>verifying transport documentation in accordance with Incoterms and customer agreements; </span></li> <li><span>instructing our customs department to prepare T1 documents and custom clearances; </span></li> <li><span>identifying deviations during transport, updating customers and the handling of claims. </span></li> </ul> <p><span><br/>Your team stands out within DSV by its open, fun and super supportive character. You will be part of a close-knit group of 20 awesome colleagues. It feels like family here. We are looking for a real team player. Someone who enjoys connecting with others and being part of the vibe. The lines of communication are short, and we make sure you feel at home with us from day one. DSV. Start here. Go anywhere.<br/></span><br/><span><strong>We are DSV, we grow</strong></span><br/><span>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 transport by air, sea, rail, courier or road or where we can offer storage in warehouses.<br/><br/></span></p> <p><span><em>Our ocean team? Total pros, from start to finish! Because everyone’s fully cross-trained, our customers get smooth, full-service support every step of the way. From A to Z, we’ve got it covered, says Aureo Ferreira, Manager Import Ocean Air &amp; Sea.<br/><br/></em></span></p> <p><span>In the Netherlands, we operate from over 25 branches, with more than 3,000 colleagues. Together we rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing environment. We make quick decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.</span></p> <p><span><strong><br/>You bring</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>a positive vibe and a can-do attitude, you take initiative and know where to jump in;</span></li> <li><span>a few years of hands-on experience with managing ocean freight imports or exports;</span></li> <li><span>bonus points if you know your way around LCL and FCL shipments;</span></li> <li><span>you are confident in English and speak Dutch at least at B1 level.</span></li> </ul> <p><span><br/>It all counts for this vacancy of senior forwarder ocean freight Import in Dordrecht. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly be possible if you like to keep going, have guts and want to grow with DSV.</span></p> <p><span><strong><br/>You get</strong><br/>Working at DSV means working at one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is entrepreneurial and competitive, which is why we always want to grow as an organization. That is why we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Besides a challenging job in an international environment we also offer: <br/><br/></span></p> <ul> <li><span>plenty of time off! Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (full time basis) to spend with friends and family. We also offer hybrid working, both from home and the office, with flexibility as a priority;</span></li> <li><span>competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience, plus 8% holiday allowance and a 5% bonus paid in November;</span></li> <li><span>personal growth through our DSV Academy and external training in logistics or other relevant fields;</span></li> <li><span>additional perks such as our