GS Sea Logistics Specialist - Export Documentation

It's more than a job

As a member of the Freight Forwarding team Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in transporting goods, optimising processes, and fulfilling our customers' promises. And by transporting medicines, toys and important machine parts, you are not only delivering goods, you are making small and big moments possible for people all around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.

Job Purpose

The Export Services Specialist is responsible for executing end-to-end export operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant movement of cargo.  This role coordinates with customers, carriers, internal teams, and overseas offices to deliver high-quality service, resolve shipment issues, and maintain operational excellence based on Kuehne + Nagel standards and KPIs.

Main Responsibilities

• Communicate with carriers and internal teams to ensure all requirements are met.
• Ensure all documentation complies with regulatory, carrier, and company standards.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely data  for all export transactions.
• Follow export regulations, customs rules, and internal SOPs.
• Ensure fillings and requirements are completed on time.
• Identify operational issues such as documentation errors, delays, or booking challenges.
• Coordinate corrective actions and escalate cases when necessary.
• Work closely with internal departments, overseas offices, carriers and service providers
• Meet operational KPIs such as data quality, timeliness, and document accuracy
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Export Services team

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Transportation, Freight Forwarding, or a related field.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Sea Logistics or a similar role.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and cognitive skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Professional, positive, and proactive attitude.
• Demonstrates commitment, dedication, and accountability in delivering results.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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