sennder is Europe’s leading digital freight forwarder. In a traditional industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We move trucks with courage and the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at exceptional quality. Get to know us better by reviewing our "About Us" presentation.  

We are a growing team looking for a Carrier Manager / Freight Forwarder to help us on our journey to revolutionize road freight logistics.  The role is located in our Berlin office.

WHAT YOU WILL DO …

As a Carrier Manager, you’ll work on interesting responsibilities like building out the long-term strategy around capacity planning, organization, and handling of transport as well as negotiations with carriers and expanding our carrier network, in order to meet the needs of our customers and offer the best quality on the market. You’ll be collaborating closely with sales, account operations, central operations, and other teams to develop the product with lasting value, improve your sales abilities and learn about how we're changing the logistics industry. In this role, you will …

• Build strong relationships with trucking companies' key contacts (i.e., owner-operators, dispatchers, and drivers
• Build long-term strategy & structural capacity plans with our carrier partners 
• Develop new and grow existing carrier relationships (lead generation, cold calling, and referrals)
• Negotiate the best prices with our carrier partnersIdentify issues and work cross-functionally to determine and implement the best solution
• Provide exceptional service to our carriers and customers
• Ensure shipment details are accurately communicated and tracked in the system
• Take a data-driven approach to solving difficult issuesHelp define processes to increase the efficiency and profitability of our business

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR …

• Proficient in carrier operations with an added advantage of road freight experience
• Expertise in effectively communicating with diverse audiences and consistently striking the appropriate tone
• Exceptional strategic skills coupled with a proactive, self-starter mentality
• Proficiency in at least B2/C1 level German language
• English language skills
• Demonstrated ability to excel under tight deadlines, achieve results, handle multiple tasks, and work with a sense of urgency

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT…

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual potential of all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. In addition to humility, we value commitment, team spirit and respect to build fruitful collaboration across teams. Learn more about who we are on our career site. 

• Fast growth scale-up with an international team of 1000+ people, 74+ nationalities spread across 11 European offices. With English as our common language, we are able to work together.
• Learning and development on the job and with the support of a bi-annual review process, learning allowance, high potential programs, sennder onboarding academy, and internal trainings. 
• Various opportunities to connect with colleagues through regular team events and company get-togethers such as our highly anticipated sennder Summer Camp.
• Prioritize employee engagement and mental well-being by fostering a supportive environment through the Likeminded platform and conducting regular employee satisfaction surveys. 
• Hybrid work model where you seamlessly merge virtual productivity and in-office collaboration with your colleagues. 
• Commuter allowance to assist employees with their daily travel expenses and a one-time home office benefit to ensure that you're properly equipped wherever you work.
• Competitive compensation package including objective-based bonus, referral reward, and in some cases virtual option plan.
• Vibrant offices complete with healthy snacks, focus zones, a gym, and social areas to connect with your colleagues. Click here for a virtual tour and better yet, hope to see you soon!

We value humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives our innovation and we offer a collaborative, dynamic, and international work environment. Just be yourself. We are excited to meet you and for you to join us in shaping the future of the logistics industry in Europe.

If you have any questions or need special accommodation please reach out to us at ta@sennder.com. As soon as you apply your journey with sennder begins.