FFW Freight Forwarder- Sea M/F

GEODIS INTERSERVICES; Gdynia; On-site; PLN 126,957 - 177,740; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking an Operational Administrator in Gdynia, Poland. This role involves managing sea shipments, negotiating shipping rates, and ensuring effective client communication. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree and at least 2 years of experience. Strong organizational and negotiation skills are essential. The company values initiative and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge of operational processes in sea freight.
• Ability to think logically and analytically.

Responsibilities

• Handle sea shipments in both import and export.
• Communicate with existing and potential clients.
• Negotiate shipping rates and terms of cooperation.
• Supervise complaints and claims settlement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Good organization

Ability to work under pressure

Initiative

Punctuality

Good English

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Operational activities - Operational Administration

Job title

• sea shipments handling in import and export
• communication with existing and potential clients of the company
• selection of subcontractors
• negotiating shipping rates and terms of cooperation
• verification of invoices and shipping documents from subcontractors
• supervision of complaints and claims settlement
• entering orders into the shipping book and computer system

Applicant's profile

• 2 years of experience
• knowledge of the specificity of operational processes in sea freight
• the ability to think logically and analytically
• negotiation and interpersonal skills
• very good work organization
• ability to work under time pressure
• good English
• communication skills
• initiative, punctuality

Working time (%)

1

Position place

Europe, Poland

Location

Gdynia

Minimum level of education required

MASTER'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

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.