Logistics and Freight Forwarder

Move the world with us!

AIT is a global freight forwarding company that has offices all around the world . Are you looking for a fast-paced, exciting and dy namic job? Then you are a perfect fit for our co m pany ! Join our team, be part of the international supply chain and move the world with us!

If that sounds interesting, t hen make AIT Worldwide Logistics the next stop on your career ladder!

Overview

The Logistics and Freight Forwarder is responsible for coordinating and managing international freight forwarding and logistics operations to ensure the efficient movement of customer shipments across global supply chains. The role involves planning, executing, monitoring, and controlling import and export shipments while ensuring compliance with customs regulations, transportation requirements, customer service standards, and company procedures. The position supports multimodal freight operations and contributes to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate international import and export shipments across air, ocean, and road freight
• Manage end-to-end freight movements, ensuring timely delivery and operational efficiency
• Liaise with carriers, agents, customs authorities, overseas offices, and customers to ensure smooth shipment execution
• Arrange bookings, transportation, and cost-effective multimodal logistics solutions
• Track shipments and resolve delays or operational issues while maintaining service levels
• Prepare and process customs documentation, ensuring compliance with Irish, EU, and international trade regulations
• Coordinate Dangerous Goods and GDP-compliant shipments where applicable
• Deliver excellent customer service through proactive communication and issue resolution
• Prepare freight quotations and support customers with tailored transport solutions
• Use CargoWise and other logistics systems to manage shipments, milestones, and documentation
• Maintain accurate operational data, invoicing, cost allocations, and reporting records
• Collaborate with internal teams, customers, and business partners while providing operational support and holiday cover as required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, International Business, or a related discipline
• Minimum three years' experience in freight forwarding, international logistics, transport operations, or supply chain management
• Experience managing import and export freight movements
• Experience in customs clearance activities and international trade documentation
• Experience within GDP-regulated logistics environments is desirable
• Dangerous Goods handling experience is desirable
• Strong understanding of international freight forwarding operations
• Knowledge of air freight, sea freight, and road freight processes
• Understanding of customs regulations, international trade documentation, and transport compliance requirements
• Knowledge of supply chain and logistics best practices

We believe in rewarding your talent and supporting your well-being and future security. In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, you’ll enjoy:

• A company pension plan, with AIT matching employee contributions up to 4%
• Private health care, supported by a cash allowance
• Five paid volunteer hours per year, giving you the opportunity to give back to the community
• 37.5-hour work week with a healthy work-life balance
• Annual salary of €43,000 gross

AIT Worldwide Logistics is a global freight forwarding company headquartered in Chicago USA. For more than 40 years, customers have relied on AIT as an industry leader for supply chain solutions with a consultative approach, a global network and trusted partners in ( virtually ) every industry. These include aviation, automotive, consumer retail, food, government, healthcare, high-tech, industrial and life sciences. Backed by sustainable , user-friendly technology, AIT's flexible business model enables customized door-to-door deliveries by sea, air, land and rail - on time and on budget. With experienced teammates, in more than 100 global locations across Asia , Europe, and North America, AIT offers full-service options , from customs brokerage and warehouse management to all- round worry-free services .