Global Ocean Freight Specialist — End-to-End Logistics

DP World; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Rotterdam seeks an Ocean Freight Forwarder to coordinate international and domestic ocean shipments, ensuring smooth movement from origin to destination while delivering an excellent customer experience.

You will join a collaborative Freight Forwarding team, handling documentation, optimizing routes, managing exceptions, and ensuring compliance with customs procedures and Incoterms while supporting cost efficiency and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight forwarding, logistics, or related environment.
• Knowledge of ocean freight processes and shipping documentation.
• Familiarity with Incoterms and customs procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage ocean import and export shipments from booking to delivery.
• Arrange transport solutions across ocean, road, and rail networks.
• Prepare, review, and manage shipping and customs documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Build relationships with customers, carriers, and partners with proactive communication.
• Monitor shipment progress and resolve operational challenges.
• Negotiate freight rates and secure carrier capacity.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customs, Finance, Warehousing, and Operations to deliver solutions.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Logistics operations

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Transport Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

DP World in Rotterdam seeks an Ocean Freight Forwarder to coordinate international and domestic ocean shipments, ensuring smooth movement from origin to destination while delivering an excellent customer experience.

You will join a collaborative Freight Forwarding team, handling documentation, optimizing routes, managing exceptions, and ensuring compliance with customs procedures and Incoterms while supporting cost efficiency and service excellence.