Specialist Forwarding Management (f/m/d)

Klüber Lubrication; Maisach; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cafeteria/Canteen

Sustainability & Social Commitment

Flexible Work Models

Personal Development

Employee discounts

Job summary

Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KG is seeking a Specialist Forwarding Management to lead domestic and international transportation, ensure compliance, and optimize logistics processes.

You will handle documentation, export controls and liaise with service providers to improve cost and service quality. The role requires a degree in logistics or related field, several years in forwarding or customs, and fluent German and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or vocational qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Several years of professional experience in logistics, forwarding, export operations, customs or transportation management.
• Solid knowledge of international trade, customs regulations, export controls and foreign trade compliance requirements.
• Experience with dangerous goods regulations (ADR, IMDG, IATA).
• Proficiency in SAP, AEB and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a structured working style.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and on-time execution of domestic and international transportation activities while meeting cost, quality and compliance requirements.
• Prepare, review and maintain shipping, export, customs and dangerous goods documentation.
• Perform export control activities including embargo screening and sanctions list checks.
• Coordinate and manage logistics service providers and monitor transportation activities for operational excellence.
• Investigate transportation deviations and review freight invoices for cost control.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on customs, export, dangerous goods and Incoterms topics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean, OPEX and supply chain optimization.

Skills

Fluent German

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Administration

Tools

SAP

AEB

Microsoft Office

Job description

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments.

Klüber Lubrication is a global leader in specialty lubrication and part of the Freudenberg Group. With subsidiaries in 30+ countries and partners worldwide, our custom solutions support nearly every industry - from automotive to food processing. Join us to drive innovation, sustainability, and lasting impact - Together beyond lubrication.

Some of your Benefits

• Cafeteria/ Canteen: We offer fresh food on-site, both hot and cold.
• Sustainability & Social Commitment: We support social and sustainable projects and encourage employee involvement.
• Flexible Work Models: We allow for flexible work models to ensure both professional and personal success.
• Personal Development: We offer a variety of trainings to ensure you can develop in your career.
• Employee discounts: Opportunities for deals on products and services.

Maisach

On-Site

Klüber Lubrication München GmbH & Co. KG

You support our team as

Specialist Forwarding Management (f/m/d)

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient and on-time execution of domestic and international transportation activities while meeting cost, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Prepare, review, and maintain shipping, export, customs, and dangerous goods documentation in accordance with legal and company requirements.
• Perform export control activities, including embargo screening, end-use verification, and sanctions list checks to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate and manage logistics service providers while monitoring transportation and shipping activities to ensure operational excellence.
• Investigate transportation deviations and damage claims and review freight invoices to support cost control and process reliability.
• Provide professional guidance to internal stakeholders on customs, export, dangerous goods, and Incoterms-related topics and support process improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support Lean, Operational Excellence (OPEX), and supply chain optimization activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or completed vocational qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in logistics, forwarding, export operations, customs, or transportation management.
• Solid knowledge of international trade, customs regulations, export controls, and foreign trade compliance requirements.
• Experience with dangerous goods regulations, including ADR, IMDG Code, and IATA requirements.
• Proficiency in SAP, AEB, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a structured and process-oriented working style.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills as well as fluent German and English language proficiency.

The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.