Global Ocean Freight Forwarding Specialist

AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop & smartphone

Birthday extra day off

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team

Mentor during onboarding

Job summary

AsstrA in New York seeks an experienced freight forwarder to execute and coordinate international sea shipments, develop carrier relationships, and ensure service quality.

You will prepare quotes, handle documentation for export/import, and work daily with operations and global offices to meet KPIs. Fluency in English and 3+ years in maritime/logistics are required; MS Office skills and a customer‑oriented, proactive mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in maritime transportation with key market players.
• Strong background in Logistics/Transportation (3+ years).
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel).
• Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.
• Customer-oriented and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Execute and coordinate international sea freight forwarder orders.
• Select subcontractors and negotiate rates/terms with carriers and customs agencies.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Ensure service quality across operations.
• Develop relationships with new clients.
• Prepare quotes and tenders with sales team and TL manager; offer alternatives.
• Prepare freight forwarding and customs documentation.
• Collaborate daily with operations, international offices, and divisions.
• Monitor KPI achievement.

Skills

Maritime market knowledge

Maritime transport experience

Logistics/Transportation experience

English fluency

Customer-oriented

Self-motivated

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Tools

MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel)

Job description

AsstrA in New York seeks an experienced freight forwarder to execute and coordinate international sea shipments, develop carrier relationships, and ensure service quality.

You will prepare quotes, handle documentation for export/import, and work daily with operations and global offices to meet KPIs. Fluency in English and 3+ years in maritime/logistics are required; MS Office skills and a customer‑oriented, proactive mindset are essential.