Freight Forwarder

Job Req Number: 109959
Time Type: Full Time

Move forward as Freight Forwarder at DSV in Venlo

Are you the person who keeps an overview when transport truly becomes tailormade As a freight forwarder for Contract Logistics at DSV you organize and coordinate the entire transport process for our customers. With your eye for detail problemsolving mindset and customerfocused approach you ensure a premium logistics experience!

You get it done

At our location in Venlo your team manages all transport activities for Contract Logistics. This means switching gears quickly finding solutions and planning smartly. You make sure shipments are combined efficiently rates are accurate and customers always know the status of their transport: youre on it.

How you do this You maintain full oversight in a dynamic environment and stay in direct contact with customers carriers and internal colleagues. You monitor shipments safeguard quality and proactively think along about the best logistics solutions. You achieve this by:

• combining shipments and purchasing transport under the best possible conditions;
• determining sales rates and securing optimal margins;
• following up on leads shipments and transport statuses;
• maintaining communication with customers carriers and internal stakeholders;
• resolving any deviations or disruptions in the transport process.

Your team stands out within DSV due to its strong team spirit international mix of colleagues and the shared drive to deliver the best service every day. Collaboration supporting each other and taking ownership are central to the way you work.

We are DSV we grow

DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 90 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.

Within freight its all about teamwork and ownership. No day is the same and thats exactly what makes this job great! says Henry van Griensven Operations Manager

In the Netherlands we operate from over 40 branches with more than 5000 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

• resilience and strong analytical skills;
• proactive solutionoriented mindset and no 9to5 mentality;
• experience as a transport planner or freight forwarder is a strong advantage;
• experience with MS Office; knowledge of Excel is a plus;
• good command of the English language (Dutch is not required).

It all counts for this vacancy of freight forwarder in Venlo. 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:

• a salary aligned with your knowledge and experience;
• 24 vacation days 4 additional (ADV) days and 8% holiday allowance;
• a role with a high level of responsibility and freedom;
• an attractive pension scheme partly premiumfree with a 5% employee contribution;
• career opportunities within DSV both nationally and internationally.

Move forward

Send your resume with motivation or leave your details and we will contact you. Any questions about this vacancy Our corporate recruiter Xavier Pellaers answers all your questions via 31 (0)or

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DSV Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Lets grow together as we continue to innovate digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150000 colleagues in over 90 countries we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV performance is in our DNA. We dont just work we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players accountability and action. We value inclusivity embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company this is the place to be.

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