Seafreight Import Operator
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 16, 2026. Röhlig Logistics scores B on the Alion truth index.
Shaping the Future of Logistics- Your Career Starts at Röhlig
Whether it’s sea freight, air freight, or contract logistics, at Röhlig Logistics you’ll help create tailor-made solutions that move the world forward. As a global, family-owned company founded in Bremen, Germany in 1852, we’ve built our reputation on reliability and trusted partnerships.
Join our international team of more than 3,000 colleagues across 35+ countries and collaborate on exciting projects for customers around the world. You’ll work in a supportive, trust-based, and collaborative environment that values open communication and empowers you to share your ideas and grow professionally. At Röhlig, we’re committed to helping you build a long-term career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance - because we believe success is best achieved together.
At Röhlig Netherlands, approximately 25 people work across two locations in Rotterdam and Hoofddorp.
For our sea freight team in Rotterdam, we are looking for a Sea Freight Operator Import to coordinate import shipments from pre-alert through customs clearance and final delivery.
What you will do:
- Coordinate incoming sea freight shipments, register shipment data and monitor cargo movements and arrival updates.
- Communicate with customers, overseas agents, carriers, brokers and other partners to resolve delays and keep shipments on track.
- Arrange or coordinate customs clearance, documentation, cargo release and onward delivery in line with applicable requirements.
- Handle shipment discrepancies, claims, invoicing and cost processing accurately and on time.
- Follow operational, safety and quality procedures while looking for opportunities to improve efficiency.
What you bring:
- Solid knowledge of sea freight import operations and relevant shipping documentation.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and a customer-oriented approach.
- Confidence working with operational systems and Microsoft Office; freight forwarding system experience is valuable.
- A collaborative and proactive working style, with good Dutch and English communication skills.
What we offer you:
- An attractive gross monthly salary and a good pension scheme.
- The possibility of hybrid working by mutual agreement.
- Tax-efficient benefits through FiscFree, such as a bicycle, laptop or sports subscription.
- A pleasant, informal and professional working environment with short lines of communication.
- Room for initiative and opportunities to follow job-related training and develop professionally.
Apply now and shape the future of logistics with us!
For further information about the position or the application process, please reach out to Nynke Santema, HR Coordinator, at +31 6 152 659 97 or [email protected].
More information on www.rohlig.com.
About the recruitment process:
Please note that only applications submitted through our application portal will be considered. Applications and resumes sent via email will not be reviewed. We kindly ask you to use the provided link in the job advertisement.
We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout the organization. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.