Senior Ocean Forwarder

Posted 9 days 3 hours ago by Freight Appointments

Permanent
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Antwerpen, Belgium
Job Description

Senior International Forwarder - Cold Cargo (Reefer Specialist)

Location: Antwerp Hybrid: 2-3 Days Remote/Week

Salary: €4,000/month + Benefits

Industry: Freight Forwarding / Cold Chain Logistics

Team Size: Small, High-Performing Unit


Precision. Experience. Balance.

We are recruiting for one of the industry's most respected logistics players - a large international freight forwarder known for operational excellence and long-term employee satisfaction.

They are seeking a Senior International Forwarder / Expediteur with deep expertise in cold cargo (reefer) to join a small, tightly coordinated, and highly efficient operations team.

This is an operational A-to-Z role - perfect for someone who thrives in a composed, professional, and well-structured environment where things run smoothly and stress is minimized.


What You'll Be Doing

  • Manage Full Cycle Operations (A-Z) for international reefer shipments (export/import, air & sea).
  • Coordinate cold chain logistics with clients, carriers, and customs authorities.
  • Ensure compliance, documentation, and temperature-sensitive protocols are executed flawlessly.
  • Collaborate with a skilled and synchronized team to ensure seamless service.
  • Contribute to process improvements and maintain the company's high-performance standards.


What You Bring

  • 5+ years of hands-on freight forwarding experience in reefer/cold cargo.
  • Deep knowledge of temperature-controlled logistics across international routes.
  • Familiarity with customs, Incoterms, documentation, and operational platforms.
  • Fluent in Dutch and English (or adjust for your region's working languages).
  • Self-managed, detail-oriented, and calm under pressure.


Why This Role?

Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home 2-3 days per week.

Work-Life Balance: Join a team that runs smoothly, respects time, and avoids chaos.

Supportive Culture: Professional, collaborative, and employee-focused.

Stability + Scale: A role within a large, well-established logistics leader.

Competitive Pay: €4,000/month + full benefits.


Ready to Step into a Smarter Workflow?

If you're a reefer logistics pro who knows operations from A to Z and values precision, teamwork, and balance - this role is made for you.