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WEWestwing GmbH

Seafreight Operations Manager(m/w/x)

München
Full-timeWith Home OfficeExperienced

Managing end-to-end seafreight operations for a leading European e-commerce platform, coordinating with global partners. 3+ years of seafreight or import logistics experience required. 30 days holiday, dog-friendly office, and exclusive discounts.

Requirements

  • 3+ years seafreight, ocean freight, freight forwarding, import logistics, carrier management, or international supply chain operations
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, Business Administration, or related field
  • Solid understanding of ocean freight processes, bookings, shipping documentation, Incoterms, customs interfaces, container planning, and carrier operations
  • Experience managing freight forwarders, carriers, logistics partners, and freight rate structures, including contract and spot market rates
  • Strong analytical mindset with Excel proficiency; ERP systems, transport management tools, or market intelligence platforms experience is a plus
  • Strong affinity for operational data, KPIs, and freight cost analysis; ability to translate insights into actions and process improvements
  • Hands-on, structured, and proactive working style with strong ownership and follow-through
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders in a fast-paced international environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; confidence in challenging external partners on performance and service quality
  • Fluency in English; German is a plus

Tasks

  • Manage end-to-end seafreight operations
  • Coordinate with shippers, freight forwarders, and carriers
  • Monitor shipment visibility and KPIs
  • Drive contract compliance and service quality
  • Analyze and manage freight costs
  • Improve logistics partner performance
  • Optimize consolidation hub models
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams
  • Support freight tenders and negotiations
  • Identify and mitigate operational risks
  • Develop and maintain SOPs
  • Implement scalable processes

Work Experience

  • 3 years

Education

  • Bachelor's degree

Languages

  • EnglishNative
  • GermanBasic

Tools & Technologies

  • Excel
  • ERP systems
  • transport management tools
  • market intelligence platforms

Benefits

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days of paid holiday

Informal Culture

  • Dog-friendly office

Corporate Discounts

  • Exclusive discounts

Mental Health Support

  • Wellbeing support

Sustainability Focus

  • Sustainable mobility options

Family Support

  • Support for working parents

Childcare

  • On-site daycare

Social Impact

  • Annual Social Impact Day

Team Events

  • Team parties
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