Shipping Supervisor

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Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as [Title]

Be part of the movement - and play your part.
About the role
As a Shipping Supervisor, you will be at the heart of our operations, covering multiple business areas from customer service to the full A-Z timeline of production. Your responsibilities will include cargo planning, capacity management, and various administrative tasks. You will be the first point of contact for customers, vessel crew members, terminal staff, maritime service suppliers, and colleagues abroad. You will oversee shipping supervision and customer service functions specifically related to the Esbjerg-Immingham and Fredericia-Klaipeda routes.

As part of this, you will:

• Operational and Commercial Activities: Daily cargo planning, pre-preparation for vessel loading, and rate calculations for spot enquiries.
• Customer Service: Addressing transport needs for cargo.
• Administrative Tasks: Completing vessel departure processes, invoicing services, monitoring supplier invoices, and managing payments.
• Shipping Agency Functions: Assisting vessel crew with various needs.
• Terminal Liaison: Coordinating loading tasks and handling terminal operations for clients.
• Maritime Services Coordination: Managing tugboat/pilotage and bunkering of vessels in port.
• Communication: Serving as a point of contact for colleagues in the UK, Germany, and Sweden.
• Statistical Work: Conducting various statistical analyses for management purposes.
• Storage Calculation: Managing cargo unit storage in terminal facilities.

As your Shipping Supervisor you will be a part of our shift rotation, participating in evening and weekend shifts.

About you
You are an educated Forwarding or Shipping agent with a background in the shipping/logistics industry. You possess knowledge of hazardous materials (IMDG, ADR), customs formalities (Import/Export), and Authority systems. You are dedicated, motivated, reliable, and trustworthy. You thrive on process and social interaction, maintaining strong stakeholder relationships daily.

In addition to this, you are:

• Fluent in Danish and English
• Able to stay focused in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong business acumen.
• Valid driver's license (Category B)

You are energetic, humorous, mindful of yourself and others, and have great work ethics. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.

Working at DFDS
Join the movement and grow with us.

DFDS is a leading player in the shipping and logistics industry in Europe and is underway in a large green transition of its entire operations along with an extensive digitalization journey.

While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.

Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.

Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.
If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re unsure whether you meet all the requirements, don’t hesitate to reach out - we still want to hear from you!

Please send us your CV and application as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.

Is there something you need to know, we have not covered here, please do not hesitate to reach out to Manager Christian Pedersen at Christian.pedersen@dfds.com for questions about the position.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Department Office careers Locations DFDS Ferry Esbjerg (Zodiakvej 5-9, 6700 Esbjerg) Employment type Full-time People manager position No

About DFDS Denmark

About DFDS
We operate a transport network in and around Europe with an annual revenue of DKK 30bn and 17,000 full-time employees.

We move goods in trailers by ferry, road & rail, and we offer complementary and related transport and logistics solutions.

We also move car and foot passengers on short sea and overnight ferry routes.

DFDS was founded in 1866 and headquartered and listed in Copenhagen.

Be part of DFDS and be part of the movement.