Freight Forwarder Import

CEVA Logistics; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is seeking an Export Freight Forwarder to manage export shipments from start to finish, ensuring accurate orders in the TMS and timely communication with customers and partners. You will coordinate bookings, prepare documents, and monitor progress to ensure compliance and quality of service.

The role requires fluency in Dutch, with knowledge of French and English, along with experience in freight forwarding and strong MS Office/TMS skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent through experience.
• Experience in freight forwarding (export is a plus).
• Fluent in Dutch, with knowledge of French and English (logistics terminology).
• Good knowledge of MS Office and TMS systems.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and stress-resistant.
• Strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset.
• Accurate, organised, and quality-driven.
• Team player with a hands-on mentality.

Responsibilities

• Receive and validate customer export orders in the TMS in line with quotations and SOPs.
• Plan and coordinate export shipments considering transit times, costs, and operational constraints.
• Prepare and verify export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, export customs docs, etc.).
• Liaise with customers, carriers, agents, and suppliers to ensure timely shipment execution.
• Arrange bookings with carriers (air, sea, or multimodal) in collaboration with Middle Office.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively inform stakeholders of any deviations.
• Ensure compliance with export regulations and documentation requirements.
• Maintain accurate data in the TMS and generate required transport documents.
• Prepare invoices and ensure all cost postings are correctly registered.
• Provide updates and reports to customers and management.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Dutch language

French language

English language

MS Office

TMS systems

Communication skills

Customer-focused

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

TMS systems

MS Office

Job description

As an Export Freight Forwarder, you will be responsible for managing export shipments from start to finish, ensuring smooth execution and high customer satisfaction:

• Receive and validate customer export orders in the TMS in line with quotations and SOPs
• Plan and coordinate export shipments considering transit times, costs, and operational constraints
• Prepare and verify export documentation (commercial invoice, packing list, export customs docs, etc.)
• Liaise with customers, carriers, agents, and suppliers to ensure timely shipment execution
• Arrange bookings with carriers (air, sea, or multimodal) in collaboration with Middle Office
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively inform stakeholders of any deviations
• Ensure compliance with export regulations and documentation requirements
• Maintain accurate data in the TMS and generate required transport documents
• Prepare invoices and ensure all cost postings are correctly registered
• Provide updates and reports to customers and management

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent through experience
• Experience in freight forwarding (export is a plus)
• Fluent in Dutch, with knowledge of French and English (logistics terminology)
• Good knowledge of MS Office and TMS systems
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and stress-resistant
• Strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset
• Accurate, organised, and quality-driven
• Team player with a hands-on mentality

WHAT WE OFFER

At CEVA Logistics, you will work in an international, informal, and dynamic environment within a growing organisation. We offer:

• A varied and challenging role with ownership and responsibility
• Opportunities for training, development, and internal career growth
• A competitive salary package with extra-legal benefits such as: