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For our client, an international company based in Baden, we are looking for a motivated, results-oriented, and highly skilled Transportation Operations Senior Professional (m/f/d).
Job Responsibility
Organise, monitor, and manage worldwide shipments across all transport modes, including air freight, ocean freight, road transport, and courier services
Book, prepare, plan, and supervise critical material shipments from origin to destination, ensuring the most appropriate and cost-effective methods are selected
Handle and process complex shipping documentation, including legalisations, Letters of Credit (Akkreditiv), ATA Carnets, and insurance certificates
Generate export/shipping documents using ERP systems
Review transport quotes, audit freight invoices, and closely monitor service fees to identify process and cost-optimization opportunities
Serve as a core liaison and manage communication with internal and external stakeholders across Supply Chain Management (SCM), Planning, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Finance, and external logistics providers
Lead transportation projects and processes independently with minimal supervision
Establish emergency backup plans for critical shipments and solve complex logistics challenges
Act as an advanced job area expert, coaching and reviewing the work of junior logistics professionals within the team
Requirements
Completed commercial education (Kaufmännische Ausbildung) at minimum
Advanced degrees or further certifications in Transport, Trade, or Logistics are highly advantageous
Several years of proven professional experience in a comparable senior transportation or logistics role (equivalent to a P3 Senior Professional level)
Deep, advanced knowledge of the logistics industry, freight forwarding, export control regulations, and rules of origin
Proficient handling of SAP TMS & GTS, and MS Office (specifically Excel and SharePoint)
Solid foundational understanding of modern digital logistics competencies (API, EDI, AI applications)
Strong problem-solving capabilities, high initiative, and a results-oriented approach
Ability to work independently under limited supervision to resolve difficult logistics issues
Fluent German is mandatory
English (minimum B2 level) is required for daily business
Knowledge of French and/or Italian is a distinct advantage
Nice to have
Knowledge of French and/or Italian
Advanced degrees or further certifications in Transport, Trade, or Logistics