Forwarder

Quintus Technologies; Västerås kommun; On-site; SEK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Quintus Technologies AB is seeking a Forwarder to plan and coordinate international shipments with a focus on project logistics and customs procedures. You will work closely with project managers, production, procurement, and external freight partners to ensure compliant, timely deliveries across global markets.

The role emphasizes developing customs procedures, handling documentation, and maintaining precise shipping records while collaborating with various stakeholders in an international

Qualifications

• Education in logistics, freight forwarding or international trade.
• Knowledge of international transportation and logistics processes.
• Good understanding of customs procedures and import/export requirements.
• Interest in international trade, transportation and logistics.
• Fluent English and Swedish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate international shipments focusing on project logistics and customs.
• Collaborate with project managers, production, purchasing, freight partners and customs authorities to find transport solutions.
• Develop customs procedures and ensure compliance with regulations; manage related documentation.
• Request, evaluate and select transport quotations; coordinate freight forwarders.
• Maintain shipping records and update relevant systems; coordinate external warehousing when needed.
• Take ownership of customs-related matters and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Logistics education

International transport

Customs procedures

Trade compliance

English & Swedish

Education

Logistics/freight forwarding education

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Are you passionate about international logistics and enjoy finding solutions to complex transportation challenges? At Quintus Technologies, you will play an important role in coordinating global shipments of advanced high-tech equipment. Join a world-leading technology company where your attention to detail, initiative and ability to make things happen truly make a difference.

Here, you will work with international project logistics, coordinating shipments of advanced high-pressure systems to customers around the world. Our equipment often requires carefully planned transport solutions, detailed documentation and close collaboration between several parties.

You will become part of a collaborative logistics team where you have the opportunity to take responsibility, develop your expertise and contribute to successful deliveries worldwide.

About the role

As a Forwarder at Quintus Technologies, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating international shipments, with a particular focus on project logistics and customs-related matters.

You will work closely with project managers, production, purchasing, external freight partners and customs authorities to find suitable transport solutions, ensure compliance with customs regulations and secure efficient, accurate and timely deliveries.

Customs management will be a key focus area of the role, where you will take an active part in developing customs procedures, handling customs-related documentation and staying up to date with international trade regulations.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Requesting, evaluating and comparing transport quotations and selecting suitable freight forwarders.
• Preparing and managing shipping documentation, packing lists and product labels.
• Handling Letters of Credit (L/C) and ensuring that the required shipping documentation is accurate and complete.
• Managing customs documentation, import shipments and relevant import/export requirements.
• Maintaining accurate shipping records and updating information in relevant systems.
• Coordinating external warehousing and storage solutions when needed.
• Taking greater ownership of customs-related matters, proactively developing customs procedures and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Who are you?

We believe you are someone who enjoys working with logistics and takes pride in making sure that everything is handled correctly.

You are structured, thorough and service-minded, with a natural ability to keep track of details and deadlines. You enjoy coordinating different activities, communicating with people and finding solutions when unexpected challenges arise.

You are comfortable taking responsibility for your work and understand the importance of accuracy, particularly when dealing with international shipping documentation and customs requirements.

As a colleague, you are approachable, collaborative and proactive. You enjoy being part of a team while also having the confidence to work independently.

We believe you have:

• Education in logistics, freight forwarding or international trade, preferably from a vocational college, or equivalent practical experience.
• Knowledge of international transportation, shipping documentation and logistics processes.
• Good understanding of customs procedures and import/export requirements.
• An interest in international trade, transportation and logistics.
• Good communication skills in English and Swedish, both written and spoken.

Experience in freight forwarding, project logistics, Letters of Credit (L/C) or ERP systems is highly valuable.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right mindset, a willingness to learn and the ability to take responsibility for complex logistics activities.

At Quintus, you will work with logistics that go beyond everyday transportation.

Our advanced high-pressure systems are delivered to customers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy and medical technology. Each project brings its own requirements, challenges and opportunities to find smart solutions.

You will join a forwarding team of four people and work closely with colleagues across the organization. Here, collaboration and knowledge-sharing are important, and you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in an international environment.

Quintus combines advanced technology and a global customer base with a welcoming, down-to-earth and family-oriented culture.

If you enjoy variety, responsibility and international collaboration, this could be a great next step in your career.

About Quintus Technologies

Quintus Technologies specializes in the design, manufacturing, installation and support of high-pressure systems for sheet metal forming, advanced materials densification for high-quality industrial components as well as high pressure processing for food and beverage to deactivate the bacteria.

Headquartered in Västerås, Sweden, and represented in 45 countries worldwide. Quintus is the world leader in high-pressure technology, having delivered more than 1,900 systems globally to customers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy and medical implants.

Learn more about us at: www.quintustechnologies.com

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