Become a part of our talented deugro team, as we look for a Senior Project Manager – Import (m/f/d) in Bremen, Germany.
Key Responsibilities
Independent management and coordination of international project shipments with a focus on imports
Project management throughout the entire project lifecycle: from implementation to controlling and post-project review (including lessons learned)
Close collaboration with the Operations team to ensure smooth execution of all contractual requirements
Order processing from customer order placement to project completion, including invoicing
Participation in strategic tenders in coordination with department management, regional tender management, and other internal stakeholders
Conducting project negotiations and clarification meetings with customers and partners
Financial controlling of individual projects
Maintaining and expanding existing customer relationships as well as actively contributing to new business generation
Preparing and following up on quotations in collaboration with Global Key Account Management and the Sales Team Germany
Supporting the implementation and further development of internal processes, IT infrastructure (e.g., CargoWise, PTL), and SOPs
Ensuring quality in project execution and supporting the implementation of the group’s strategic objectives
Collaboration with other deugro branches and specialist departments worldwide
Skills, knowledge and expertise:
Successfully completed vocational training or degree in the field of freight forwarding
Several years of professional experience in project forwarding, ideally with a focus on imports – export experience is also welcome; any missing import knowledge can be supplemented through internal training
Experience with general cargo and heavy-lift transports as well as sea freight charter
Knowledge of contract and project management
Strong customer orientation and excellent communication skills
Team player with a hands-on mentality
Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken
Willingness to undertake occasional national and international business trips