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Move forward as Ocean Freight Forwarder Import at DSV in Dordrecht

Captain Ocean, ahoy! Would you like to have full control over import dossiers from A to Z and be responsible for the entire logistics chain? We are looking for a forwarder who has sailed many nautical miles and wants to form a strong team with 20 other awesome colleagues. Join DSV and let’s move forward, together.

You get it done

Go all in and operate at full speed, because we handle an average of 100 shipments per person each month. Luckily, you already have at least 2 years of experience with import sea freight and know the ins and outs of the job. This allows you to serve our customers well, organize quick deliveries and keep an eye on the details when finalizing your dossiers. Bam! Another satisfied customer: You’re on it.

How you do this? By organizing your work well, having knowledge of Incoterms and customs procedures. From order processing via Cargowise, to booking, consolidating cargo, arranging transport with the necessary documents, customer contact and ensuring timely delivery. You achieve this by: 

  • converting customer requests into bookings, organizing import sea freight and finalizing dossiers; 
  • verifying transport documentation in accordance with Incoterms and customer agreements; 
  • instructing our customs department to prepare T1 documents and custom clearances;
  • identifying deviations during transport, updating customers and handling claims. 

Your team stands out within DSV by its size. You have 20 direct colleagues, making your team the largest at our Dordrecht location! There is a great team dynamic with an open and friendly company culture. We are looking for a team player, someone who enjoys interacting with colleagues. Additionally, we have short lines of communication and we think it is important that you feel at home at DSV and find your place in our team!

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.

Our ocean operators are the full package! Since everyone is cross trained, our customers experience full service and efficient delivery. From A to Z, we handle it all,

says Aureo Ferreira, Manager Import Ocean Air & Sea.

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

  • an energetic and positive work attitude, you take initiative and identify where the work is needed;
  • at least 2 years of experience in organizing import or export ocean freight;
  • preferably knowledge of LCL and FCL shipments;
  • knowledge of the Dutch language (B1) and English is a must.

It all counts for this vacancy of ocean freight forwarder import in Dordrecht. 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 motivation or leave your details and we will contact you. Any questions about this vacancy? Our corporate recruiter Cindy Visser will answer all your questions via +31 (0)6 8229 7557 or cindy.visser@dsv.com.

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Job information

Posted on: 06/02/2025

Application deadline: 05/06/2025

Employment type: Full Time

Hiring company name: DSV Air & Sea

Department: DSV Air & Sea

Contact name: Cindy Visser

Contact email: werkenbij@nl.dsv.com

Contact phonenumber: +31 (0)6 82297557

Job location: Donker Duyvisweg 70 3316 BL Dordrecht South Holland The Netherlands

We move you forward

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Any questions?

Our recruiter Cindy Visser is ready for you.

Cindy Visser recruiter DSV