Regional Airfreight Gateway Import Agent (m/f/x)

GEODIS; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GEODIS is seeking a Regional Airfreight Gateway Import Agent (m/f/x) at Frankfurt Airport, to manage import activities and coordinate with global partners. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, carrier coordination, and adherence to SOPs, with weekend rotation possible.

You will liaise with carriers, verify road bookings, and ensure compliance across international shipments, while maintaining data integrity in the Freight Management System. Proactive problem solving is essential.

Qualifications

• Completed vocational training in Freight Forwarding.
• At least 5 years in a similar role.
• Willing to work on weekends on a rotating basis.
• Fluent in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with cartage agents to arrange pickup or delivery of freight or containers.
• Select road carriers and route based on shipment characteristics or customer requirements.
• Coordinate with road carriers to confirm bookings and obtain shipping details.
• Review import documentation (CMR, Road Manifest, T1) for accuracy and completeness.
• Follow Geodis SOPs for standard requirements and road consolidations.
• Implement customer-specific SOPs for additional requirements.
• Identify shipments needing special handling and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Enter data into the Geodis Freight Forwarding system and perform data quality checks.
• Prepare and review documentation; finalize accrual and billing processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and manage carrier allocations.
• Handle pre-claims and claims and communicate with the GEODIS network.

Skills

Freight forwarding knowledge

Import regulations

Data entry

English

German

Education

Vocational training in Freight Forwarding

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Regional Airfreight Gateway Import Agent (m/f/x)

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Freight Administration

Job title

Regional Airfreight Gateway Import Agent (m/f/x)

Job responsibilities

• Liaising with cartage agents to arrange the pickup or delivery of freight or containers,
• Selecting appropriate road carriers and routing based on shipment characteristics or customer requirements,
• Coordinating with road carriers to confirm bookings, obtaining shipping details, negotiating competitive spot rates, and verifying departures,
• Examining import documentation such CMR, Road Manifest, T1-customs bond document, ensuring accuracy and completeness, or requesting revised documents,
• Adhering to Geodis Freight Forwarding SOP for standard requirements, preparing and finalizing Road consolidations,
• Implementing customer-specific SOP for additional customer-specific requirements,
• Identifying shipments requiring special handling and ensuring regulatory compliance due to shipment characteristics or value, documentation, commodity, country of origin or destination, shipper, or consignee,
• Inputting required information into the Geodis Freight Forwarding Freight Management System,
• Data Quality & Milestone Checks
• Producing and reviewing documentation, ensuring accuracy and completeness,
• Finalizing the accrual and billing process,
• Complying with all applicable regulations,
• Determining carrier mix and Road consolidation schedules, preparing, and maintaining Road carrier allocations,
• Pre-Claims and Claims handling
• Correspondence with the global GEODIS network, airlines, GHAs (Ground Handling Agents), warehouses, and all subcontractors, also in English.
• Internal Support for Export Air Gateway Team with LineHauls from EU to FRA

Applicant's profile

• Successfully completion of vocational training on Freight Forwarding,
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role,
• Proactive mindset with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment,
• Good knowledge in Import Regulations, Import License requirements, and other Import compliance & customs topics,
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications,
• Fluent in English and German,
• Willing to work on weekends (in case is needed) on a rotating basis within the team,

Working time (%)

100

Position place

Europe, Germany

Location

Frankfurt Airport

General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.