Freight Forwarder Reefer Specialist

Blue Water Shipping; Hamburg; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Blue Water Shipping in Hamburg is seeking a Reefer Specialist to manage end-to-end sea freight export orders for temperature-controlled shipments. You will build strong relationships with customers and suppliers, coordinating with truckers and carriers to uphold the cold chain.

The role requires a freight forwarding traineeship with 1–3 years of experience, plus fluency in German and English. You will be part of a dedicated Reefer team focusing on reliability, proactive problem-solving, and

Competenze

• Completed a freight forwarding traineeship with 1–3 years of experience.
• Strong understanding of food products and attention to detail.
• Demonstrates business acumen and independent drive.
• Fluent in German and English.

Mansioni

• Coordinate and manage end-to-end sea freight export orders for reefer shipments.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Partner with truckers and carriers to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify opportunities to expand the customer base and support growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to deliver excellent results.

Conoscenze

Food product knowledge

German English fluency

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Business acumen

Self-motivated

Ability to work in dynamic environment

Formazione

Freight forwarding traineeship

Descrizione del lavoro

This job is for you if you want to play a key role in ensuring the smooth and reliable export of German food products to destinations worldwide. At Blue Water, we combine global reach with local expertise, and we are looking for a dedicated Reefer Specialist to strengthen our operations and support our commercial success.

About The Role

As a Freight Forwarder Reefer Specialist, you will manage the entire process from A to Z for temperature-controlled shipments. Your focus will be on delivering operational excellence while building strong relationships with customers and partners. You will also contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities and supporting commercial activities.

• Coordinating and managing end-to-end sea freight export orders
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers
• Partnering effectively with truckers and carriers
• Identifying opportunities to expand our customer base
• Collaborating closely with internal teams and clients to deliver exceptional results

We play as a team

You will join a dedicated Reefer team located in Hamburg, consisting of 15 skilled colleagues who work closely together to deliver outstanding service. Collaboration, trust, and mutual support are at the heart of our culture – we share knowledge, help each other succeed, and celebrate achievements as one team.

We play to win

Winning in this role means being the trusted link that keeps the cold chain intact and delivers flawless export operations. Success is about reliability, strong relationships, and spotting opportunities to grow the business. You combine expertise in reefer logistics with a proactive mindset, ensuring every shipment runs smoothly and every customer feels supported.

Profile

You are someone who combines operational expertise with a proactive mindset and a passion for delivering quality. In this role, attention to detail and the ability to think ahead are key. You thrive in a dynamic environment, stay calm under pressure, and bring a positive, solution-oriented approach to every challenge.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has completed a freight forwarding traineeship and brings 1-3 years of experience
• Has a strong understanding of food products and takes pride in the details
• Demonstrates business acumen and independent drive
• Thinks outside the box and remains flexible in a fast-changing market
• Is fluent in both German and English
• Is self-motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Remains quality-conscious and responsible, even under pressure

Contact Information

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact Reefer Manager Germany Daniel Wulff at [phone].

What We Do – Together We Create Solutions

Blue Water Shipping is a global provider of logistics services in modern supply chain management. Founded in Denmark in 1972, Blue Water is a global organisation of professionals skilled in offering complete, tailor-made solutions for any shipping requirement anywhere in the world. We offer clients the best service and the highest quality in the industry.

The company is represented by more than 80 offices in 30 countries worldwide, combining a strong global network with local expertise. Every day, our 2,700 employees present a broad range of services—from standardised solutions delivered with a strong customer focus to tailor-made projects with co-created solutions for unique customer needs.

At Blue Water, we are experts in reefer transport. We have a strong position in the global reefer market, with cross-trade solutions provided through our network of global offices. Handling chilled and frozen products requires special attention and expertise. With our modern equipment and in-house knowledge, we offer global solutions for chilled and frozen products by road, sea, and air.