Zurich
<br/>• notifying customers and freight carriers
- 03 July 2026
- 100%
- Zurich
Job summary
Join a global company as a Sea Freight Clerk, making an impact! Enjoy a supportive work environment with diverse tasks and real responsibilities.
Tasks
- Receive and review transport orders efficiently and accurately.
- Independently organize and manage transport operations.
- Create transport and customs documents with precision.
Skills
- Commercial training, ideally in freight forwarding, with 2-3 years experience.
- Strong MS Office skills are essential for this role.
- Fluent in German and good English communication skills.
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About the job
Initial Situation
We are looking for an initiative-driven individual who works in a structured manner and tackles new topics with commitment. You can expect a varied role with genuine scope for action – embedded in a global environment where your efforts visibly make an impact.
Sea Freight Clerk (m/f)
Job Vacancy No. 5979
Tasks
• receiving and checking transport orders
• independent organisation and handling of transports
• preparing transport and customs documents
• obtaining freight rates
• calculating sales prices
• offering value-added services
• adhering to the transport budget
• advising customers
• notifying customers and freight carriers
• general commercial activities
Requirements
• commercial basic training, preferably as a freight forwarding clerk
• two to three years of professional experience in sea freight
IT Skills
MS Office - good knowledge
Languages
German: native language
English: good written and spoken
Start Date
by arrangement
Workplace
Kloten
Special
Our business client is a well-known name in the forwarding industry. They combine the reach and professionalism of a globally networked corporation with the agility and manageability of a medium-sized company. Curious? With just a few clicks, you can get a first impression – we will be happy to discuss everything else directly and personally with you.
What happens next:
After reviewing your application documents, we will gladly provide you with feedback.
In a first step, preliminary clarifications will be made by phone/video call (due to the geographical distance from your place of residence to our offices in Basel). A personal meeting is, of course, possible in a second step in your region.
