Senior Export Manager (m/f/d)

Job description

Are you an experienced professional in export sales, have a keen sense for markets, and want to take on responsibility in a dynamic environment? Then you've come to the right place!
We are looking for a committed Senior Export Manager (m/f/d) to strategically manage our sales activities and drive our growth in export markets.

Benefits

• Hybrid working with flexible working hours – for greater freedom and personal responsibility
• 30 days of vacation with a full-time position for your relaxation and work-life balance
• Urban Sports Club membership – for your sporting break after work
• Subsidized Germany ticket – for sustainable and affordable mobility
• Health measures through our occupational health service – your health is important to us
• An in-house cafeteria with a varied and healthy menu
• Complimentary beverages and fresh fruit – for your daily energy boost
• Attractive corporate benefits – exclusive discounts with numerous partners

Tasks

• Export processing & documentation: Organization of sea, air, and truck transport worldwide in compliance with current customs regulations. You ensure that all legal requirements are met in day-to-day business.
• Communication & consulting: Correspondence with international sales partners (English) and internal consulting on export issues. You are the interface between different areas of the organization, freight forwarders, and contracted logistics service providers.
• Transport management: Obtaining and negotiating quotes, commissioning freight forwarders after conducting a cost-effectiveness analysis. You will independently coordinate logistics processes and work closely with internal departments and customers.
• Cost control & invoice verification: Verification of transport invoices and processing of invoice complaints.

requirements

• Completed commercial training with professional experience
• Several years of practical experience in export processing
• Knowledge of customs declarations (e.g., ATLAS), common ERP systems, and MS Office
• Experience with transport and shipping documents (e.g., bills of lading, declarations of origin)
• Organizational skills, structured approach to work, and ability to work in a team
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Confident and personable manner
• Structured, independent, and goal-oriented approach to work with a high degree of pragmatism
• Fluency in spoken and written German and English is required; French would be a good addition.