Freight Forwarder

DP World; Stockholms kommun; On-site; SEK 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World in Sweden seeks an experienced Ocean & Air Freight Forwarding professional to manage end-to-end shipments across air and ocean modes. You will support the DP World Control Tower initiative, enhance visibility, reporting, and exception management while coordinating with carriers, agents, and customers.

You should bring 3–5 years in freight forwarding, strong TMS experience, and a pragmatic approach to process improvement. Fluency in Swedish and English is required.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in freight forwarding for air and ocean freight.
• Hands-on operational background in a mid-sized or multinational forwarder.
• Experience with TMS, KPIs, and process improvement.
• Knowledge of multimodal logistics and end-to-end forwarding.
• Freight Forwarding Control Tower experience is highly desirable.
• Fluent in Swedish and English; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate import, export, and cross-trade shipments across air and ocean freight.
• Negotiate rates and capacity with airlines, carriers, NVOCCs, agents, and trucking providers.
• Prepare, validate, and manage transport, customs, and shipping documentation.
• Monitor shipment progress and provide proactive updates to customers and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and DP World procedures.
• Generate quotes and secure space reservations across air and ocean modes.
• Manage special cargo including hazardous, restricted, and time-critical shipments.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
• Contribute to process improvement, system optimisation, and operational excellence.
• Support sales with market insights, pricing support, and upselling opportunities.
• Support development of DP World’s Control Tower service for enhanced visibility.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Air & Ocean freight

Operational background

TMS systems

Process improvement

Control Tower experience

Multimodal logistics

Swedish language

English language

Negotiation

Job description

The Ocean & Air Freight Forwarder will manage and execute both air and ocean freight shipments, ensuring reliable, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery across multiple transport modes. This is a hands-on operational role, ideal for a motivated freight professional with strong local market knowledge and end-to-end forwarding experience.

In addition to managing day-to-day forwarding operations, this role will play a key part in supporting the introduction and development of DP World's Control Tower service in Sweden. The successful candidate will help drive enhanced supply chain visibility, customer reporting, exception management, and operational coordination across customer networks. Experience working within a freight forwarding Control Tower environment would be highly advantageous.

How You Will Contribute

• Coordinate import, export, and cross-trade shipments across air freight and ocean freight (FCL & LCL)
• Negotiate rates and capacity with airlines, carriers, NVOCCs, agents, and trucking providers
• Prepare, validate, and manage transport, customs, and shipping documentation
• Monitor shipment progress and provide proactive updates to customers and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with international regulations, safety standards, and DP World procedures
• Generate competitive quotes and secure space reservations across air and ocean modes
• Manage special cargo, including hazardous, restricted, and time-critical shipments
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners
• Contribute to process improvement, system optimisation, and operational excellence
• Support sales teams with market insights, pricing support, and upselling opportunities
• Support the introduction, implementation, and ongoing development of DP World's Control Tower service, ensuring operational readiness and delivering enhanced visibility and customer service across the supply chain

What You Will Bring

Qualifications & Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in freight forwarding, covering air and ocean freight
• Strong hands-on operational background, ideally within a mid-sized or multinational forwarder
• Experience working with TMS systems, KPIs, and process improvement
• Demonstrated knowledge of multimodal logistics and end-to-end forwarding
• Previous experience working within a Freight Forwarding Control Tower environment is highly desirable
• Understanding of supply chain visibility, exception management, customer reporting, and Control Tower operations would be advantageous
• Fluent in Swedish and English
• Solid understanding of air freight and ocean freight operations
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and organisational skills
• Customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative and proactive approach to working cross-functionally

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organisation. We strive to hire and develop the right people, supporting personal growth and self-development within an open and informal working culture. A market-competitive compensation package is offered.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving quality of life around the world. DP World exists to make the world's trade flow better, changing what's possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities across 77 countries, DP World is transforming and integrating its businesses across Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics, and Technology to deliver seamless, end-to-end supply chain solutions.

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and empowerment, where diverse perspectives drive innovation and growth.