Sea Freight Operator

White Recruitment Limited; Bern; Vor Ort; CHF 73.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

25 days holiday

Swiss pension plan

Professional development

Discount network access

Modern tools & systems

Autonomy to drive change

Zusammenfassung

White Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Sea Freight Operator to join an established international logistics and freight forwarding organisation in Switzerland. You will manage end-to-end coordination of ocean freight shipments, liaising with customers, overseas partners and internal teams.

The role covers FCL/LCL and cross-trade shipments, inland transport coordination, bookings, invoicing and cost monitoring. Fluency in German and English is required; French is advantageous.

Qualifikationen

• Solid background in sea freight forwarding.
• Strong knowledge of FCL/LCL and cross-trade shipments.
• Fluent German and English (written and spoken); French advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Manage and monitor international FCL, LCL and cross-trade shipments.
• Coordinate inland transport to and from ports.
• Receive, process and check customer bookings and orders.
• Collect shipment data and monitor freight movements.
• Maintain regular communication with customers, agents and suppliers.
• Prepare customer and partner invoices.
• Monitor shipment costs, profitability and margins.
• Resolve operational issues and keep customers informed throughout the shipment lifecycle.
• Provide proactive, customer-focused service.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and deliver more sustainable logistics solutions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across an international network.

Kenntnisse

Sea freight forwarding

FCL/LCL knowledge

German & English fluency

Ausbildung

Commercial training

Jobbeschreibung

Sea Freight Operator

Switzerland | Full-Time | International Freight Forwarding

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an established international logistics and freight forwarding organisation with a strong presence across global markets. The business provides a broad range of transport and supply chain solutions, supported by an extensive international network and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Sea Freight Operator to join an international team and take responsibility for the end-to-end coordination of ocean freight shipments.

Package:

• CHF 73,000-80,000 salary DOE
• 25 days' holiday + Swiss public holidays
• Flat hierarchies – Your ideas are valued, with the autonomy to drive positive change
• Great team – Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Modern equipment & technology – Access to up-to-date tools and systems
• Company pension scheme – Comprehensive pension provision to support your future
• Continuous training & development – Professional training and opportunities for career progression
• Exclusive employee discounts – Access to discounts through an extensive network of partner providers

The Role

As a Sea Freight Operator, you will be responsible for the smooth handling and monitoring of shipments across international trade lanes, working closely with customers, overseas partners, suppliers and internal teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing and monitoring international FCL, LCL and cross-trade shipments
• Coordinating and monitoring inland transport to and from ports
• Receiving, processing and checking customer bookings and orders
• Collecting shipment data and proactively monitoring freight movements
• Maintaining regular communication with customers, agents and suppliers
• Preparing customer and partner invoices
• Monitoring shipment costs, profitability and margins
• Resolving operational issues and keeping customers informed throughout the shipment lifecycle
• Providing a proactive, customer-focused service
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and deliver more sustainable logistics solutions
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across an international network

About You

We are looking for someone with a solid background in sea freight forwarding who is confident managing shipments from booking through to completion.

You will ideally have:

• Completed commercial training or equivalent professional qualifications
• Previous professional experience within ocean freight forwarding
• Strong knowledge of FCL, LCL and/or cross-trade shipments
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive and independent approach to your work
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of an international team
• A quick grasp of new processes and systems
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken
• French language skills would be advantageous

What’s On Offer?

You will be joining a globally connected logistics business where international collaboration, personal development and taking ownership are encouraged.

The organisation operates across multiple areas of logistics and supply chain, providing opportunities to work within a genuinely international environment while developing your expertise and taking on greater responsibility over time.

If you are an experienced Sea Freight Operator looking for your next opportunity within an international forwarding environment, we would be keen to hear from you.