Ocean Export Forwarder

NIPPON EXPRESS GROUP

Assist in processing ocean export transactions for a global logistics provider focused on automotive and fashion. Document preparation and traffic coordination for export shipments.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeAntwerp • 🇧🇪 BelgiumMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Receive, review, and process export documentation for an assigned base of accounts.
Process and follow Shipper’s Letter of Instructions accurately.
Prepare and process Delivery Orders, BLs, Insurance Certificates, Certificates of Origin, Shipper’s Export Declarations, … through the GS-NET system and Cargowise.
Meet all company and government deadlines for processing these documents.
Prepare and/or send advance notification of shipments and documents to shippers, consignees, and destination offices, as required.
Arrange, book, and confirm cargo space on vessels.
Calculate freight rates and insurance accurately and according to established procedures.
Close files and distribute documents in accordance with pertinent requirements and in compliance with export standards.
Communicate with clients, co-workers, and supervisors in a clear, concise, and timely manner.
Adhere to all domestic and international shipping regulations.
Advise department Supervisor or Manager of any transaction problems or irregularities.
Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A first experience in forwarding or degree in logistics field.
Professional terminology in 2 foreign languages (ENG & NL) for contact with customers, customs and colleagues.
Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, present and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of Cargowise is a plus.
The ability to organize, prepare, and assemble documents or reports containing data from several sources.
Multitasking skills.
Computer literate, basic MS Office.
Good customer service and communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and under own initiative.
Team player.
Ability to prioritise.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time contract, undetermined time
Flexible working hours
Attractive salary package,
Meal vouchers and ecocheques
Hospitalization insurance + group insurance
Transport reimbursement according to CLA PC 226
20 vacation days + 6 ADV days + 1 NXB day after 3 years + 1 CLA day after 1 year
Laptop
Free coffee, tea, water, soup
You will be part of a dynamic team
Benefits Plan (“MyChoice”)

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Hard Skills & Tools

export documentationfreight rate calculationshipping regulationslogisticsdocument preparationmultitaskingattention to detail

Soft Skills

communicationcustomer serviceorganizational skillsteam playerability to work under pressureability to prioritizeinfluencepresentation skills