Zurich
<br/>• commissioning shipping companies, agents and truck carriers
- 20 June 2026
- 100%
- Zurich
Job summary
Join a growing team in the shipping industry! Exciting opportunities await you in a dynamic environment.
Tasks
- Handle end-to-end order processing for sea freight.
- Organize transport via rail, barge, and truck.
- Monitor ongoing shipments and manage customer communications.
Skills
- Completed commercial training and experience in sea freight.
- Strong MS Office skills required.
- Fluent in German and good English proficiency.
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About the job
Initial Situation
Dare to take the next career step with sea freight expertise?
Our client is expanding their team in the import/export sector – an opportunity for a proactive individual. Seize the chance and get to know your future environment personally very soon.
Sea Freight General Cargo Clerk
Job Vacancy No. 5686
Tasks
• independent order processing from A to Z (LCL/FCL/general cargo)
• organising pre-, main and post-carriage by rail/barge/truck
• commissioning shipping companies, agents and truck carriers
• adhering to the transport budget
• advising customers
• monitoring ongoing transports
• checking complaints and damages
• analysing surcharges
• notifying customers and carriers
Requirements
• successfully completed commercial basic training
• practical experience in transport processing in the sea freight sector
• strong willingness to learn
• enthusiasm for being part of a young and dynamic team
IT Skills
MS Office - good knowledge
Languages
German: spoken and written very good
English: spoken and written good
Start Date
by arrangement
Workplace
Zurich
Special
An environment that is growing and evolving – that is exactly what awaits you here. Bring in your expertise and actively shape your development. We will of course treat your application confidentially.
What happens next:
After reviewing your application documents, we will be happy to provide you with feedback.
In a first step, preliminary clarifications will be made by telephone/video call (due to the geographical distance from your place of residence to our office premises in Basel). A personal meeting is naturally possible in a second step in your region.
