General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 170 countries and more than 53, 000 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2023, GEODIS generated €11.6 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2024-14543  

Line Of Business

FREIGHT MANAGEMENT

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Freight Administration

Job title

Project Logistics Operations Specialist M/F

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Full time permanent position, located at our head office in central Gothenburg, Sweden.

Job description

As a Project Logistics Operations Specialist, you are responsible for your own customers, projects and shipments. You have a close collaboration with your colleagues in Sweden, GEODIS' global network as well as customers, suppliers and partners all over the world.

Your main duties will include: 
- Coordinate shipments of all types, including heavy and oversized cargo.
- Be the contact person for customers, partners and other GEODIS offices for project-related questions.
- Responsible for follow-up with customers and suppliers via email, telephone and to some extent visits.
- Coordinate and negotiate with subcontractors and produce competitive prices.
- Contribute to the team's development and improvement of working methods, routines and processes. 
- Develop relationships and business with existing and new customers and suppliers.
- Develop smart solutions and create offers to existing and new customers.
- Identify and minimize risks by negotiating contracts and terms with customers and suppliers.
- Work on RFQs together with our sales department and PL team.
- Market analysis and identify potential customers' needs and requirements.

Applicant's profile

- Fluent in Swedish and English, in speech and writing.
- At least 5 years of experience in the forwarding industry, preferably in project logistics.
- Experience in sea, air and road freight, including break bulk and out of gauge, is an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of the Swedish logistics industry and market.
- Experience in using CargoWise is a merit, as well as post-secondary degree in logistics or freight forwarding.

Working time (%)

100

Monthly Salary

Will be discussed during interview process.

Position location

Position place

Europe, Sweden, Gothenburg

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

ASSOCIATE DEGREE / VOCATIONAL STUDIES

Years of experience in similar position

Confirmed (5 to 10 years of experience)

Languages

• Swedish (Fluent)
• English (Fluent)

Computer skills

CargoWise
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