Ocean Freight Import Junior Specialist (m/f/d)

Hyundai GLOVIS Europe; Hamburg; Sur place; EUR 42 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hours

Meal & commuting support

Wellbeing benefits

Company laptop & phone

Pension & savings programs

Language course subsidies

International working environment

Collaborative team culture

Résumé du poste

Hyundai GLOVIS Europe GmbH is seeking an Import Operations Junior Specialist to ensure smooth handling of international ocean freight shipments from origin to final delivery. You will coordinate import shipments, process essential documents, and support customs clearance in collaboration with brokers and authorities.

The role emphasizes proactive issue resolution, accurate data maintenance in TMS/ERP systems, and providing timely updates to customers and partners.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship in Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services or a comparable qualification.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in freight forwarding operations, ideally within ocean freight imports.
• Strong understanding of import processes, transportation logistics, and customer service.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to identify practical solutions and make sound decisions in dynamic situations.
• Open to Assistant and Junior Specialist level; final level based on qualifications and fit.

Responsabilités

• Coordinate and manage ocean freight import shipments (FCL & LCL) from origin to final delivery.
• Process shipping documents such as Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, and certificates.
• Coordinate customs clearance activities with brokers and authorities.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve transportation issues.
• Maintain accurate shipment data and documentation within transport management systems.
• Provide customers with timely shipment updates and professional support.

Connaissances

Import processes

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team player

Problem solving

Formation

Apprenticeship in Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services

Outils

Transport management systems

ERP systems

Description du poste

Your mission

As an Import Operations Junior Specialist, you will ensure the smooth handling of international ocean freight shipments while acting as a trusted point of contact for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate and manage ocean freight import shipments (FCL & LCL) from origin to final delivery.
• Process shipping documents such as Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, and certificates.
• Coordinate customs clearance activities in cooperation with customs brokers and authorities.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve transportation issues.
• Communicate with shipping lines, agents, warehouses, and transport providers to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintain accurate shipment data and documentation within transport management systems.
• Provide customers with timely shipment updates and professional support.
• Verify freight costs, review invoices, and support billing processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable customs, trade, and company regulations.
• Contribute to process improvements and support the continuous development of operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and actively participate in team initiatives and meetings.
• Support the expansion of customer relationships and agent networks through excellent service and operational reliability.

Your mission

As an Import Operations Junior Specialist, you will ensure the smooth handling of international ocean freight shipments while acting as a trusted point of contact for customers, partners, and internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate and manage ocean freight import shipments (FCL & LCL) from origin to final delivery.
• Process shipping documents such as Bills of Lading, invoices, packing lists, and certificates.
• Coordinate customs clearance activities in cooperation with customs brokers and authorities.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively resolve transportation issues.
• Communicate with shipping lines, agents, warehouses, and transport providers to ensure seamless operations.
• Maintain accurate shipment data and documentation within transport management systems.
• Provide customers with timely shipment updates and professional support.
• Verify freight costs, review invoices, and support billing processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable customs, trade, and company regulations.
• Contribute to process improvements and support the continuous development of operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues and actively participate in team initiatives and meetings.
• Support the expansion of customer relationships and agent networks through excellent service and operational reliability.

Your profile

• Completed apprenticeship in Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services or a comparable qualification.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in freight forwarding operations, ideally within ocean freight imports.
• Strong understanding of import processes, transportation logistics, and customer service.
• Excellent organizational and coordination skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to identify practical solutions and make sound decisions in dynamic situations.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, service-oriented mindset.
• Reliable team player with a hands-on approach and willingness to take ownership.
• Good knowledge of customs regulations and international trade processes is an advantage.
• Experience with dangerous goods handling is considered a plus.
• Familiarity with transport management or ERP systems is beneficial.
• We are open to considering candidates at Assistant and Junior Specialist level. The final position level will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant professional experience, skills, and overall fit for the role.

Why us?

At GLOVIS Europe, you'll become part of an international logistics company that values teamwork, continuous learning, and professional growth.

What you can expect:

• Flexible working hours with flextime arrangements.
• Meal and commuting support.
• Fitness and wellbeing benefits.
• Company laptop and mobile phone for business use.
• Employer-supported pension and savings programs after probation.
• Subsidies for language courses to support your personal and professional development.
• An international working environment with development opportunities across Europe.
• A collaborative team culture where your ideas and contributions are valued

About us

Hyundai GLOVIS Europe GmbH is part of the global Hyundai GLOVIS Group, a leading provider of integrated supply chain and logistics solutions and a key member of the Hyundai Motor Group. From our European headquarters and operations across the continent, we support global mobility through innovative logistics services. For over 20 years, we have driven growth in the European logistics market, earning a reputation for reliability, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. We promote a collaborative and international environment where diverse perspectives and continuous learning drive innovation. We are committed to fair hiring and equal opportunities. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other personal characteristics. Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated. Join us and help transform the way supply chains move across Europe.

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