Assistant Import Forwarder Air Freight

Job Req Number: 93887

Time Type: Full Time

Move forward as Assistant Import Forwarder Air Freight at DSV in Eelde

Do you have a higher vocational education background and are you eager to take your first steps into the exciting world of air freight services? Well, we have got the perfect opportunity for you! A role with plenty of room to grow. It’s all possible here with us at DSV.

You get it done

You bet! We are going to fully prepare you for the role of import air freight expediter. Like magic, you will make sure our customers always find the perfect transport solution for any kind of cargo. Soon, you will be completely at home in the world of air freight, becoming a logistics expert for our customers. Yes! That means even more satisfied customers and the best part: you’re on it.

How you do this? As long as you give it your all, anything is possible. We will teach you how to book shipments, negotiate prices, quote rates, prepare freight and customs documents, and manage customer relationships. Soon, you will navigate the world of airlines, agents, and carriers like a pro. You will become indispensable to both us and our customers. From junior expediter to team lead, everything is within reach when you are ready to put in the effort and learn. You achieve this by:

processing incoming orders (in Cargowise) and converting them into import shipments;

booking import air freight shipments with airlines, agents, or carriers (possibly also organizing road transport);

preparing the necessary freight or customs documents;

monitoring booked shipments and updating customers on the status of their transport via phone and email;

setting up air freight files and invoicing.

Your team stands out within DSV by its informal atmosphere, results oriented mindset, and strong sense of teamwork. It’s a team effort; we move forward, together!

We are DSV, we grow

DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 80 countries and a growing network of partners, there is no place in the world we cannot reach via transport by air, sea, rail, courier or road or where we can offer storage in warehouses.

We want to teach you everything. As long as you have the motivation and determination, nothing is impossible in your career at DSV, says Freddy Reugebrink, Branch Manager.

In the Netherlands, we operate from over 25 branches, with more than 3,000 colleagues. Together we rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing environment. We make quick decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.

You bring

higher education level (MBO), preferably in commerce or logistics;

ambition: you are driven and eager to develop yourself further within DSV;

you value humor and enjoy finding solutions, customer first;

you speak and write good Dutch (B1) and are proficient in English.

It all counts for this vacancy of assistant import forwarder air freight in Eelde. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly be possible if you like to keep going, have guts and want to grow with DSV.

You get

Working at DSV means working at one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is entrepreneurial and competitive, which is why we always want to grow as an organization. That is why we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Besides a challenging job in an international environment we also offer:

plenty of time off! Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (full time basis) to spend with friends and family. We also offer hybrid working, both from home and the office, with flexibility as a priority;

competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience, plus 8% holiday allowance and a 5% bonus paid in November;

personal growth through our DSV Academy and external training in logistics or other relevant fields;

additional perks such as our bike plan and the fiscfree program, providing net savings;

and last but not least, plenty of fun break activities like table tennis, darts or relaxing in our comfortable lounges.

Move forward

Send your resume with a cover letter or leave your details, and we’ll get in touch with you. Still have questions about this vacancy? Our corporate recruiter Cindy Visser will answer all your questions via +31 6 8229 7557 or .

DSV – Global transport and logistics

DSV is a dynamic workplace that fosters inclusivity and diversity. We conduct our business with integrity, respecting different cultures and the dignity and rights of individuals. When you join DSV, you are working for one of the very best performing companies in the transport and logistics industry. You’ll join a talented team of approximately 75,000 employees in over 80 countries, working passionately to deliver great customer experiences and high-quality services. DSV aspires to lead the way towards a more sustainable future for our industry and are committed to trading on nature’s terms.

We promote collaboration and transparency and strive to attract, motivate and retain talented people in a culture of respect. If you are driven, talented and wish to be part of a progressive and versatile organisation, we’ll support you and your need to achieve your potential and forward your career.

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