Freight Forwarding Agent, Aerospace

Blue Water Shipping; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Water Shipping in Germany is seeking a Freight Forwarding Agent, Aerospace, to manage international shipments from booking through final delivery. You will work with customers, airlines, customs authorities and colleagues across our global network to ensure critical cargo reaches its destination safely, efficiently and on time.

Experience in air freight is valued but not required; the role emphasizes accuracy, proactive communication and teamwork in a fast-paced aerospace logistics

Qualifications

• Experience within air freight forwarding, export or import operations.
• Knowledge of customs processes and international transportation documentation.
• Experience coordinating shipments with airlines, agents or global freight networks.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive and solution-orientated approach.
• The ability to remain calm and focused in a dynamic operational environment.
• German language skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating international aerospace and air freight shipments.
• Managing export and import operations across global trade lanes.
• Supporting customers with time-critical transportation requirements.
• Booking freight with airlines and selecting the most suitable transport solutions.
• Coordinating with customs authorities and handling customs formalities.
• Monitoring shipments proactively and ensuring clear communication with all stakeholders.
• Preparing and validating shipping and transport documentation.
• Working closely with international Blue Water offices, partners and suppliers.
• Maintaining operational control from collection through to final delivery.

Skills

Air freight forwarding

Export operations

Import operations

Customs processes

Strong communication

German language

Job description

This job is for you who are passionate about air freight operations and want to take the next step into the specialised world of aerospace logistics. As part of our growing Aerospace Logistics team in Germany, you will work with time-critical shipments that help keep aircraft moving and customers operating worldwide. Some of the cargo you handle may include aircraft components, aviation equipment and urgent operational shipments where precision, speed and proactive communication make all the difference.

We are experiencing strong growth within Aerospace Logistics and are looking for additional colleagues to join our team in Cologne. Whether you already have experience from the aerospace industry or come from a strong background in air freight forwarding, import/export operations or customs, we would like to hear from you.

About The Role

As a Freight Forwarding Agent, Aerospace, you will be responsible for managing international shipments from booking through to final delivery. Working closely with customers, airlines, customs authorities, suppliers and colleagues across our global network, you will help ensure that critical cargo reaches its destination safely, efficiently and on time.

You will be part of a specialised logistics environment where operational excellence, attention to detail and customer focus are essential. While aerospace experience is valuable, we believe that talented air freight professionals can successfully transition into this industry and develop their expertise alongside experienced colleagues.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating international aerospace and air freight shipments
• Managing export and import operations across global trade lanes
• Supporting customers with time-critical transportation requirements
• Booking freight with airlines and selecting the most suitable transport solutions
• Coordinating with customs authorities and handling customs formalities
• Monitoring shipments proactively and ensuring clear communication with all stakeholders
• Preparing and validating shipping and transport documentation
• Working closely with international Blue Water offices, partners and suppliers
• Maintaining operational control from collection through to final delivery

We play as a team

In Aerospace Logistics, every shipment matters. When an aircraft is waiting for a critical component or a customer is facing operational downtime, teamwork becomes essential.

You will work closely with colleagues, airlines, handling agents and partners across our global network to ensure that urgent aerospace shipments keep moving. Together, we combine specialist expertise, operational discipline and a strong sense of responsibility to deliver when timing is critical.

We play to win

Success in this role is built on your ability to manage complex and time‑critical shipments with confidence and precision. Over time, you will develop specialist knowledge within Aerospace Logistics and become a trusted partner for customers who depend on reliable transport solutions. By staying proactive, solution‑oriented and customer‑focused, you help keep aircraft flying and operations running while contributing to the continued growth of our Aerospace business in Germany.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

You may already have experience within aerospace logistics, but this is not a requirement.

More importantly, you understand the dynamics of international air freight operations and enjoy working in an environment where priorities can change quickly. You are structured, service‑minded and motivated by delivering high‑quality solutions for customers.

We imagine that you have:

• Experience within air freight forwarding, export or import operations
• Knowledge of customs processes and international transportation documentation
• Experience coordinating shipments with airlines, agents or global freight networks
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and solution‑oriented approach
• The ability to remain calm and focused in a dynamic operational environment
• German language skills are highly desirable

The following will be considered an advantage:

• Experience with aircraft components or aviation‑related cargo
• Knowledge of AOG (Aircraft on Ground) operations

Most importantly, we are looking for talented logistics professionals who want to develop within one of the most specialised and exciting areas of air freight logistics.

What We Do – Together We Create Solutions

Blue Water Shipping is a global provider of all logistics services in modern supply chain management. Founded in Denmark in 1972, Blue Water is a global organisation of professionals, skilled in offering complete and tailor‑made solutions to any shipping requirement anywhere in the world. We offer clients the best service and 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 2,800 employees present a broad range of services, from standardised solutions delivered with optimal user and customer focus, to tailor‑made projects with co‑created solutions for unique customer needs.