Job purpose
Are you enthusiastic, energetic and eager to expand your career with a company that values learning and development? Come and join our Operations team at our Poznan office, in Poland. As a Road Freight Specialist, in the Operations Department of a multinational company, you will be moving freight from all over the world and dealing all aspects of quoting, forwarding, customs and 3rd parties through to completion.
This role would suit someone with Road Freight Forwarding experience, who would like specialise and be our Subject Matter expert for Road. You will experience a variety of languages and cultures and will have exciting opportunities to enhance and develop your career with OIA. It’s up to you where your ‘road’ takes you in our company.
Key Responsibilities
Researching and planning the most appropriate and cost-effective route for shipment
You will negotiate contracts, transportation and handling costs.
You will check and prepare documentation to meet customs and insurance requirements, packaging specifications, and compliance with overseas countries’ regulations and fiscal regimes
You will liaise with and manage third parties in accordance with customer requirements
You will arrange insurance and assist the client in the event of a claim
You will communicate with the customer, maintain visibility and control through all phases of the journey, including the production of management reports, statistical and unit cost analyst
You will be the back up for customs formalities or sub-contracting services
You will provide quotations to existing clients/ new clients and agents
You will help and support local business development opportunities
What we need from you:
Previous experience in the freight forwarding industry
Fluent in both written and spoken English and Polish
A high level of energy with a "can-do" positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit
Eligibility to work in Poland is essential
What we can offer you:
Competitive remuneration package including an employee incentive plan
Variety of recognition schemes, including long service, employee appreciation, social activities, staff competitions
Flexible/Hybrid working schedule
Training and development
Access to OIA University for personal and professional development
Friendly, fun and relaxed culture
