Project Cargo Specialist

Hellmann East Europe Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare programs

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition assistance

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Hellmann Worldwide Logistics seeks a Project Specialist to support the Seafreight/Airfreight Manager, handling projects from initiation through completion. You will prepare quotes, drive improvements, and ensure a high level of customer service across shipments, including out-of-gauge and breakbulk.

Based in Houston, you will coordinate resources, manage scope, and ensure adherence to standards while collaborating with Hellmann's global network to meet deadlines and KPI targets.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years project coordination/freight forwarding experience including out of gauge and breakbulk
• Experience with terminals and payments for terminal handling and crane/loading charges
• Associate degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or related field
• Ability to bring project to successful completion
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Adapt at conducting research into project-related issues and products

Responsibilities

• Supports Seafreight/Airfreight Manager on project execution from start to finish
• Creates quotes and bids from Hellmann's global network
• Strong focus on customer service and timely responses
• Directs and manages project development from beginning to end
• Identifies resources needed and coordinates with necessary parties
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
• Drives continuous improvements through follow-up
• Enforces project standards and safety protocols
• Identifies business development and add-on sales opportunities

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration/Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide.

About Us

Ready to rock the future with us? At Hellmann we put our people at the heart of everything we do, because for us, relationship matters. Joining us does not just mean becoming part of a global company. It is an invitation to shape the future of the logistics industry together with us. Our Hellmann culture is based on our four values: Caring, Entrepreneurial, Forward-Thinking and Reliable. These values resonate with yours? Then become part of our FAMILY that consists of around 10.000 employees in more than 200 locations worldwide. For the better. Together.

This position has a base compensation range of $80,000.00 to $90,000.00. In addition to this base compensation, you'll benefit from our competitive health and welfare programs, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, opportunities for tuition assistance, and incentive compensation for eligible positions. Salary determination considers your skills, experience, job location, internal pay equity and job architecture. Hellmann Worldwide Logistics regularly reviews our pay ranges against industry standards to ensure fairness.

The Project Specialist with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics will be responsible for supporting the Seafreight / Airfreight Manager on following through for various projects. Structured and well crated project submission as well as driving continuous improvements through a strong follow-up. The individual is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects specifically out of gauge, oversized, and special equipment, ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• With the help and direction of the Project/Seafreight/Airfreight Manager, creates and executes quotes and bids received from all of Hellmann worldwide global network


• Strong focus on customer service, timely responses and quotes issued to customers in timely manner.


• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.


• Identifies resources needed and proactively communicates with necessary parties


• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.


• Effectively applies Hellmann methodology and enforces project standards and safety protocols


• Minimizes our exposure and risk on projects and oversized cargo


• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.


• Identifies business development and \"add-on\" sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project.


• Effectively conveys project message in both written and verbal business development discussions.


• Timely billing in accordance with company standards and KPI's


• Effectively communicates relevant project information to superiors.


• Manages and coordinates all Sales visits for Hellmann agents and Hellmann overseas management.

Qualification Requirements

Qualified persons will thrive both in an independent and team environment. You must have excellent organizational and communication skills and be able to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and deadlines. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

Education And/Or Experience

• Minimum 3 to 5 years project coordination/freight forwarding experience, including specialized equipment, out of gauge freight and Breakbulk.


• Experience working with terminals and making payments for terminal handling and crane / loading charges.


• Associate degree required in Business Administration, Project Management, or related fields.


• Ability to bring project to successful completion


• Adapt at conducting research into project-related issues and products.


• Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem solving capabilities.


• Experience working with deadlines


• Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.


• Excellent written and oral communications skills.


• Quoting oversized, out of gauge, and special equipment


• Throughout understanding of how to book charters, breakbulk, oversized shipments


• Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Works closely with the Department Manager to provide Sales Leads to Key Sellers, Field Sales, Branch Managers, Regional VPs that have potential to become successful Hellmann customers.


• Knowledge in databases and research that provide potential leads for the Hellmann network.


• Supports Projects Manager in developing and providing current market research for any Project.


• Continuous completion of quoting and bids to help support various RFQ's

Language Skills

• Ability to effectively present information to top management.


• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.


• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.

COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

• Strong communication and organizational skills.


• Strong decision-making skills


• Structured work approach


• Process oriented


• Ability to work effectively under pressure


• Strong leadership and ability to build a strong team environment


• Multitask oriented and able to work in a fast environment

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand, and walk


• Regularly required to sit for extended periods


• Regularly uses arms to reach, hands and fingers for computer and phone use


• Speaking clearly and listening for heavy phone contact


• Requires close-up and computer screen distance vision ability

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are similar to those of an office setting with various office equipment.

Inclusion and social diversity are firmly anchored values in our corporate culture. Regardless of gender, age, any disabilities, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity: We are looking forward to meeting you!