Ocean Import Forwarder - Direct Contract & Growth

Staffice; Nieuw-Vennep; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Travel allowance

8% holiday allowance

Career development opportunities

Guidance from Staffice

Job summary

Staffice is recruiting an Ocean Import Forwarder for Rozenburg (Schiphol-Rijk). You will manage end-to-end ocean shipments, negotiate rates with lines and carriers, and ensure accurate data entry and documentation in the system.

The role offers a direct contract with the client, a gross monthly salary of 3,150 to 3,400 EUR, a 40-hour work week, 25 holiday days, and an 8% holiday allowance. Travel and pension benefits are included to support career development.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as an Ocean Import Forwarder or in a similar logistics role.
• MBO or HBO level of working and thinking.
• Strong knowledge of ocean import operations (FCL and LCL).
• Excellent command of the English language, both spoken and written.
• Strong communication skills and an accurate way of working.
• Experience with CargoWise is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating incoming ocean freight shipments from start to finish.
• Negotiating freight and transport rates with suppliers and carriers.
• Booking, planning, and accurately processing shipments into the system.
• Making arrangements with subcontractors in line with customer agreements.
• Tracking shipments and providing proactive updates to customers.
• Resolving operational and transport-related issues.
• Preparing and checking required transport documentation.
• Handling invoicing and recording transport costs.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

MBO 4

Tools

CargoWise

Job description

Staffice is recruiting an Ocean Import Forwarder for Rozenburg (Schiphol-Rijk). You will manage end-to-end ocean shipments, negotiate rates with lines and carriers, and ensure accurate data entry and documentation in the system.

The role offers a direct contract with the client, a gross monthly salary of 3,150 to 3,400 EUR, a 40-hour work week, 25 holiday days, and an 8% holiday allowance. Travel and pension benefits are included to support career development.