Ocean Freight Forwarder
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LocationWien, Austria
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJul 23, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
At least 3 years of experience in the field of Ocean/Sea transport
Manage ocean freight documentation
Coordinate shipment bookings
Proactive communication with clients and suppliers
Provide high-quality customer service
First point of contact for claim management
Monitor and track shipments
Process supplier invoices related to ocean freight operations
Maintain supplier relationships with shipping lines, carriers, trucking companies, and other logistics service providers
Work independently and proactively
Be able to manage Microsoft Office systems (Word, Excel) at the user level
Feel confident using English language (mainly in writing) when communicating with foreign clients and partners
Higher education not expected; practical experience valued
Skills
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
What You Can Expect:
What You’ll Do:
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Manage ocean freight documentation, including House and Master Bills of Lading, commercial paperwork, and customs-related documents.
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Coordinate shipment bookings and ensure accurate rates, consolidation, and routing in line with operational procedures.
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Maintain proactive communication with clients and suppliers and provide high-quality customer service by effectively supporting customers with their international shipping requirements.
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First point of contact for claim management
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Monitor and track shipments while maintaining regular communication with carriers, overseas offices, and customers regarding status updates and delivery requirements.
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Process supplier invoices related to ocean freight operations and support financial administration activities.
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Maintain supplier relationships with shipping lines, carriers, trucking companies, and other logistics service providers
What You Bring:
What you bring:
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We are looking for a responsible workforce who can work independently and proactively, whom we can let go of after familiarizing themselves with our systems and use their knowledge in this way.
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We do not expect a higher education since practical experience is much more valuable knowledge. If you are a dedicated and ambitious candidate with at least 3 years of experience in the field of Ocean/Sea transport, apply!
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Be able to manage Microsoft Office systems (Word, Excel) at the user level.
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Feel confident using English language (mainly in writing) when communicating with foreign clients and partners.