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Airfreight Forwarder

Schiphol-Rijk Permanent €3.000 - €3.700 per month (€36.000 - €44.400 per year) View Job Description
As an Air Freight Forwarder, you are responsible for organizing worldwide shipments, both import and export, and ensuring the efficient and timely transportation of goods.

Added 29/05/2026

  • Great passion for air freight and working at Schiphol!
  • Challenging role with growth opportunities in a dynamic environment!

About Our Client

Our client is a logistics company based in Rozenburg at Schiphol Logistics Park, providing complete solutions for clients shipping goods to and from Europe.

Their forwarding services include:

  1. Full 3PL (warehousing, pick/pack, and distribution)
  2. International forwarding (air, sea, and road)
  3. Licensed customs clearance services
  4. Fiscal representation for VAT purposes



Their policy is to consistently deliver customer satisfaction by providing the most flexible, efficient, and cost-effective storage, fulfillment, and distribution services worldwide, meeting both customer expectations and legal requirements.

They are a young, fast-growing international company that offers a pleasant and safe working environment. The multicultural teams provide excellent service to their valued customers.

Job Description

  • Responsible for overseeing the entire process from start to finish.
  • Maintain regular contact with clients, suppliers, customs, airlines, carriers, agents, and other service providers to keep all parties informed of shipment details and timelines.
  • Negotiate rates, create quotes, and follow up on them.
  • Handle the full operational and administrative process of air freight shipments, including accurate billing.
  • Monitor shipment progress closely to ensure an up-to-date transport file.
  • Communicate any changes or delays in the process promptly and professionally to all involved parties.
  • Requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication with various stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

  • You hold an MBO diploma and have 1-3 years of experience in air freight forwarding.
  • You possess the Air Freight Employee certification.
  • Knowledge of CargoWise is a plus.
  • You are fluent in English.
  • You have solid knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • You demonstrate strong commercial awareness.
  • You are customer-oriented, flexible, and a team player who values a positive work environment.
  • You are assertive and driven.
  • You are solution-oriented and proactive.
  • You are naturally accurate with a strong attention to detail.

What's on Offer

  • Full time position of 40 hours per week
  • Monday to Friday working schedule
  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Contract with the prospect of permanent employment
  • Working within a fast growing international organization
  • Plenty of room for personal initiative and development
  • Informal working atmosphere with short communication lines
Contact
Miquel van Ginkel
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7028503
Phone number
+31205788082

Job summary

Sector
Supply Chain
Sub Sector
Expeditor / Forwarder
Industry
Transport & Distribution
Jobs by location
Schiphol-Rijk
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant
Miquel van Ginkel
Consultant phone
+31205788082
Job Reference
JN-052026-7028503