Logistics Operations / Inside Sales (International Freight Forwarding)(m/w/d)

Centre People Appointments (Germany) GmbH; Düsseldorf; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A logistics recruitment company based in Düsseldorf seeks a Logistics Operations / Inside Sales professional experienced in international freight forwarding. The candidate will manage bookings, coordinate shipments, and communicate with customers while preparing essential shipping documents. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, business proficiency in English and German, and practical industry experience. Knowledge of Japanese language is a plus. This role is key for supporting logistics processes and generating new business opportunities.

Qualifikationen

• Practical experience in international freight forwarding.
• Understanding of Incoterms and international shipping procedures.
• Business level fluency in English and German.

Aufgaben

• Manage bookings and shipment coordination for import and export cargo.
• Prepare and review shipping documents such as Bills of Lading and Air Waybills.
• Coordinate freight rates and schedules with shipping lines.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Customer service abilities

Logical thinking

Jobbeschreibung

Logistics Operations / Inside Sales (International Freight Forwarding)(m/w/d)

A Düsseldorf based logistics company is currently recruiting a Logistics Operations / Inside Sales (International Freight Forwarding). In this role you will be responsible for operations and inside sales related to international freight forwarding. The role supports the smooth execution of logistics processes and helps generate new business opportunities through shipment coordination, customer communication, and quotation preparation. The role will suit someone who has experience in the international freight forwarding industry (operations, sales, or sales support).

Responsibilities

• Manage bookings and shipment coordination for import and export cargo via sea, air, and land transportation
• Prepare and review shipping documents such as Bills of Lading (B/L), Air Waybills (AWB), and invoices
• Coordinate freight rates and schedules with shipping lines and airlines
• Identify potential new customers and set up appointments through phone and email outreach
• Understand customer needs and propose suitable logistics solutions
• Provide shipment status updates and respond to customer enquiries

Qualifications

• Practical experience in the international freight forwarding industry (operations, sales, or sales support)
• Understanding of Incoterms and international shipping procedures
• Strong logical communication skills and customer service abilities
• Business level of fluency in both English and German
• Some understanding of Japanese language would be advantageous

Jobnummer: jo-8893