Freight Forwarder Reefer Specialist

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Freight Forwarder Reefer Specialist

This job is for you if you want to play a key role in ensuring the smooth and reliable export of German food products to destinations worldwide. At Blue Water, we combine global reach with local expertise, and we are looking for a dedicated Reefer Specialist to strengthen our operations and support our commercial success.

About the Role

As a Freight Forwarder Reefer Specialist, you will manage the entire process from A to Z for temperature-controlled shipments. Your focus will be on delivering operational excellence while building strong relationships with customers and partners. You will also contribute to business growth by identifying new opportunities and supporting commercial activities.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and managing end-to-end sea freight export orders
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers
• Partnering effectively with truckers and carriers
• Identifying opportunities to expand our customer base
• Collaborating closely with internal teams and clients to deliver exceptional results

We play as a team

You will join a dedicated Reefer team located in Hamburg, consisting of 15 skilled colleagues who work closely together to deliver outstanding service. Collaboration, trust, and mutual support are at the heart of our culture - we share knowledge, help each other succeed, and celebrate achievements as one team.

We play to win

Winning in this role means being the trusted link that keeps the cold chain intact and delivers flawless export operations. Success is about reliability, strong relationships, and spotting opportunities to grow the business. You combine expertise in reefer logistics with a proactive mindset, ensuring every shipment runs smoothly and every customer feels supported.

Profile

You are someone who combines operational expertise with a proactive mindset and a passion for delivering quality. In this role, attention to detail and the ability to think ahead are key. You thrive in a dynamic environment, stay calm under pressure, and bring a positive, solution-oriented approach to every challenge.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has completed a freight forwarding traineeship and brings 1-3 years of experience
• Has a strong understanding of food products and takes pride in the details
• Demonstrates business acumen and independent drive
• Thinks outside the box and remains flexible in a fast-changing market
• Is fluent in both German and English
• Is self-motivated and able to work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Remains quality-conscious and responsible, even under pressure

Contact Information

Apply as soon as possible, as we review applications and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you to our team!

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to contact Reefer Manager Germany Daniel Wulff at +49 151 186 756 47.

What we do - Together we create solutions

Blue Water Shipping is a global provider of logistics services in modern supply chain management. Founded in Denmark in 1972, Blue Water is a global organisation of professionals skilled in offering complete, tailor-made solutions for any shipping requirement anywhere in the world. We offer clients the best service and the highest quality in the industry.

The company is represented by more than 80 offices in 30 countries worldwide, combining a strong global network with local expertise. Every day, our 2,700 employees present a broad range of services-from standardised solutions delivered with a strong customer focus to tailor-made projects with co-created solutions for unique customer needs.

At Blue Water, we are experts in reefer transport. We have a strong position in the global reefer market, with cross-trade solutions provided through our network of global offices. Handling chilled and frozen products requires special attention and expertise. With our modern equipment and in-house knowledge, we offer global solutions for chilled and frozen products by road, sea, and air.

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Contact person:

Daniel Wulff Manager Reefer

Application Deadline: 22/11/2026

Position type: Full-time