Operations Coordinator in Freight Forwarding

We are now looking for an operations coordinator with experience in freight forwarding and logistics who wants to help drive the work of the agency's freight forwarding operations forward. Do you want to work with tasks that ensure we contribute to making Sweden and the world safer? Then you might be the one we are looking for.

About the Position

We are looking for an operations coordinator in freight forwarding who wants to help develop FMV's freight forwarding operations. The role has a clear focus on improving work methods, strengthening the organization's competence, and ensuring effective and quality-assured handling of transport, hazardous goods, and customs matters in an operation that is important for Sweden's defense capability.

A large part of your work involves developing processes and routines in the freight forwarding area and ensuring that they comply with current regulations and agency requirements. You will produce and manage governing and supporting documents and drive improvement initiatives that contribute to a more efficient and uniform handling of transport.

You will also play an important role in strengthening internal knowledge. This means that you will develop training materials, conduct training sessions, and act as a support to the organization in matters related to freight forwarding, customs handling, and transport planning.

The role also includes strategic work where you provide advice, follow developments in the area, and collaborate with other agencies, suppliers, and carriers. You will also participate in audits and other quality assurance activities. In addition, you will lead projects related to development and improvement work in the freight forwarding area and be responsible for creating structure, progress, and good results.

The position is based in Arboga and involves travel, both domestically and internationally.

About You

We are looking for someone with education in logistics or freight forwarding, or equivalent experience that we consider comparable. You have experience in project management within the logistics or freight forwarding area and are accustomed to working with transport planning in both national and international flows. Experience in customs handling is also required. You need to have very good knowledge of Swedish as well as good knowledge of English, both spoken and written. The position also requires good knowledge of the Office suite.

It is an advantage if you have project management training and in-depth knowledge of freight forwarding. We would also like to see experience in business and process development, as well as experience in developing and implementing training initiatives in the area. If you have previously worked with public procurement or security-protected procurement, we see it as a benefit. We also view knowledge of security protection issues positively.

Personal qualities are of great importance to us. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences and are looking for someone who works in a structured manner, has good analytical skills, and thrives in a role where you collaborate closely with both internal and external parties. You take initiative, create engagement, and have the ability to motivate and support others. Economic understanding and a business-like approach are important.

FMV – The Swedish Defence Materiel Administration

At FMV, you contribute to making Sweden and the world safer. We are tasked with providing the Swedish Armed Forces with the latest technology and knowledge so that they can defend our country and our allies. Together with competent and engaged colleagues, you will help develop and procure what sometimes does not yet exist. You drive the development all the way from need to delivery. From idea to reality.

You will work in our logistics area, which is responsible for materials and services including logistics support, personal equipment, and field catering systems for the Armed Forces.

At FMV, you are offered a secure employment with good benefits:

• Competence development and career opportunities
• Flexible working hours
• Pension plan and wellness allowance

Read more about FMV as an employer and the benefits we offer on our website: Work at FMV.

Do you want to help develop the defense of the future? Welcome with your application by January 11, 2026.

Good to Know

• You apply by attaching your CV, grades, and certificates in Swedish.
• In your CV, clearly describe how you meet the requested qualifications and merits. To create a more inclusive recruitment process, we ask you not to send a cover letter or include a photo in your CV.
• We recruit based on competence and assess candidates based on the role's requirements for experience, competence, and personal qualities.
• Our union representatives are SACO Ann Karlsson, OFR/S Peter Boström, OFR/O Henry Joona, and SEKO Peter Andersson. All can be reached via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000.
• If you have questions about the position, you can contact Petra Salomonsson Mellberg via FMV's switchboard: 08-782 4000. Contact Hanna Lindeberg, [email protected] for questions about the recruitment process. #LI-Hybrid

To work with us, you need to be a Swedish citizen and undergo a security check in accordance with the Security Protection Act. We apply a probationary period, and as an employee, you will be assigned based on the needs of total defense. Applications for the position are only accepted via FMV's website or registry. We have made our choice of media and therefore decline the sale of advertising and recruitment services.