Senior Tender Airfreight Specialist (m/f/d)

  • KLN Freight (Germany) GmbH
  • FRA
  • Presence / Mobile
  • Fulltime
  • Unlimited
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KLN Logistics Group is a global 3PL provider headquartered in Hong Kong with an extensive network across Asia. The company's core competence lies in customized logistics solutions for multinational corporations and international brands. Currently, KLN Logistics Group is represented in 59 countries globally, including four branches in Germany.
 
For our branch in Raunheim, we are looking for a Senior Tender Airfreight Specialist (m/f/d) to start as soon as possible

Your responsibilities:

  • Independently managing and coordinating national and international air freight tenders
  • Analyzing customer requirements and developing competitive, profitable transport solutions
  • Creating, calculating, and formulating complex tender and pricing concepts
  • Collaborating closely with Sales, Pricing, Key Account Management, Operations, and international branches to ensure optimal proposal submission
  • Negotiating rates and terms with airlines and international partners
  • Managing and monitoring tender deadlines, processes, and quality standards
  • Analyzing market and competitive trends to identify new business opportunities
  • Supporting the strategic development of tender and pricing processes Preparing reports, analyses, and presentations for customers and management
  • Contributing to the optimization of standardization, tools, and internal processes within tender management

Your profile:

  • Successfully completed vocational training as a freight forwarding and logistics services specialist (or comparable qualification in the logistics sector)
  • Several years of professional experience in tender management, pricing, or sales within the air freight industry
  • Solid expertise in calculating and developing international transport and logistics solutions
  • Experience negotiating air freight rates with domestic and international partners
  • Strong understanding of market, pricing, and competitive trends
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Excellent written and spoken English skills and experience working in an international context 

 

GENERAL COMPETENCIES

  • Strong analytical and conceptual skills Structured, independent, and solution-oriented work style
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong negotiation skills and a confident demeanor across various corporate levels 
  • Ability to work well in a team and enjoy collaborating in an international environment
  • Resilience and the ability to work precisely and reliably under time pressure
  • Intercultural competence and a keen sense for global business relationships
  • High level of initiative, sense of responsibility, and commitment to quality

Why you should join us:

  • A positive corporate culture where team spirit and mutual support truly matter
  • Permanent employment with flexible working hour models
  • Hybrid work options: Up to 50% remote work possible after the initial onboarding period
  • Working time accounts for flexible schedule management
  • Creative freedom and high-level individual responsibility in your tasks
  • Structured onboarding plan to ensure a smooth and successful start
  • Exciting professional development opportunities via our internal KLN Academy
  • Pension benefits: Deferred compensation and employer contributions to company pension schemes
  • EGYM Wellpass: Discounted access to a wide network of fitness and health facilities
  • Givve Card: A monthly tax-free benefit in kind for your personal use
  • Corporate Benefits and JobRad (bicycle leasing)
  • Free drinks and healthy snacks
  • Modern working environment with excellent public transport links

What else you should know:

Become part of a team that lives dynamism, collaboration, and diversity. As a signatory of the Charter of Diversity, we are actively committed to an open and appreciative environment!

Are you interested?

We look forward to receiving your application!