Freight Forwarder/Order Administrator

We are now looking for a meticulous and solution-oriented Freight Forwarder/Order Administrator for a leading global company, where every delivery can make a difference. Here, you will be part of an engaged team that ensures important shipments reach the right place at the right time – worldwide.

This is a consulting assignment via Academic Work for 3 months with a chance for extension. If you thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, enjoy structure, and have an eye for detail – then this could be the role for you!

ABOUT THE POSITION

You will belong to the freight forwarding department, where teamwork, knowledge sharing, and a high level of service are valued. You will be responsible for booking transport with couriers, air, sea, and road to both EU and non-EU countries. The work is varied and requires you to work meticulously according to given instructions while also being flexible in unforeseen situations. You will have daily contact with internal orderers, external carriers, and sometimes even banks and authorities, which demands your communicative skills and structure. We are looking for someone who is at the beginning of their career as this is an assisting role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Book and coordinate transport (courier, air, sea, and road) to both the EU and the rest of the world
• Follow and interpret shipping instructions and ensure delivery and payment terms
• Handle export documents, freight invoicing, and statistical reporting
• Inform internal stakeholders of any deviations
• Present documentary credits to the bank
• Support with price inquiries, quotes, and contact with carriers

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU WHO

• Has post-secondary education in logistics, freight forwarding, or a similar field
• Possesses good administrative skills, is used to working with documentation, follow-up, and structured processes
• Has excellent knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• Can handle a high work pace with multiple parallel tasks
• Has a service-oriented and collaborative attitude

It is an advantage if you have:

• Experience in booking courier, air, or sea transport
• Experience from work in logistics, transport administration, or freight forwarding
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365

To succeed in the role, you have the following personal qualities:

• Helpful
• Stress tolerant
• Organized
• Responsible

Our Recruitment Process

This recruitment process is managed by Academic Work, and our client's request is that all questions regarding the position are sent to Academic Work.

We apply ongoing selection and will remove the ad when enough candidates have reached the final stages of the recruitment process. When applying, a CV is requested. A cover letter is not used as a selection method and therefore does not need to be attached. The recruitment process includes two selection tests: a personality test and a cognitive ability test. The tests are a tool to find the candidate with the highest potential for the position and to promote equality, diversity, and a fair recruitment process.

INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY

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