Help Us Keep the Wheels Turning – Join Nauta as a Road Logistics Specialist!
Forwarding Agent Job Posting
At NAUTA, now proudly part of LEMAN, we do more than move goods - we build strong partnerships and seamless logistics. As a Road Logistics Specialist, you’ll be the driving force behind keeping shipments moving from Germany to Switzerland, and vice versa, with occasional focus on France.
Based in Pratteln, Switzerland, you’ll join a team of five that thrives on collaboration, problem-solving, and always looking for smarter ways to work. If you enjoy fast-paced logistics, picking up the phone to make things happen, and keeping things running smoothly, we’d love to hear from you!
What You’ll Be Doing
1. Coordinating road freight shipments: primarily across Germany and Switzerland with occasional focus on France
2. Being the go-to contact: liaise with clients, customs agents, and transport partners (mostly by phone) to ensure smooth operations
3. Handling customs clearance: managing import/export paperwork and ensuring compliance (we’ll get you up to speed)
4. Keeping a close eye on details: verifying freight invoices, managing customer instructions, and ensuring everything runs smoothly
5. Helping us work smarter: we love improving how we do things, and if there’s a better way, we want to hear it!
Why This Role Might Be for You
You love the energy of a fast-paced environment, where no two days are the same, and solving problems on the go gives you a sense of accomplishment. Picking up the phone and making things happen comes naturally to you - whether it’s coordinating a shipment, answering a customer’s question, or sorting out a last-minute challenge. You thrive in a structured yet flexible setting, where you can take initiative, bring fresh ideas to the table, and help us find smarter ways to work. Most importantly, you enjoy being part of a team that values collaboration, support, and a good laugh along the way.
Who We’re Looking For
1. Experience in freight forwarding (road transport preferred), but we’re open to different backgrounds, new perspectives are always welcome
2. Fluency in German and English (French is a plus)
3. Strong communication skills: you’re comfortable picking up the phone and getting things done
4. A proactive, organised approach: you don’t wait for problems, you prevent them
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office & transport management systems (we use CarLo)
The Hiring Process
You’ll meet three of NAUTA’s colleagues during the process:
1. Raffaello Licciardello, Department Manager Road Europe & Italy
2. Franziska Melillo, People & Culture Director
3. Gunnar Lehmann, Operations Manager Germany
Interviews: Between week 7 and week 9 (February 10 – March 3).
Start date: In April and no later than May.
Applications open until the end of February.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and let’s get moving!
Get Excited About
1. Enjoy a benefits package designed with you in mind: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), sickness insurance, free parking, and 13 monthly salaries - yes, 13!
2. Flexibility: We know that life doesn’t always follow a schedule, which is why we offer the option to work from home which you can agree on with your manager
3. Investment in Professional Development: We’re committed to your professional development, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and advance in your career
4. Global Travel Opportunities: With offices worldwide, you’ll have the chance to travel and experience different cultures, expanding your horizons both personally and professionally
About Nauta SA – Part Of The LEMAN
Founded in 1947, Nauta SA is a well-established forwarding company with worldwide connections and a team of 70 employees. As part of the LEMAN Group, we provide comprehensive logistics and transport solutions that make a difference for businesses and people around the world. In addition to our headquarters in Pratteln, we operate a branch in Pfungen and, as a neutral customs agency, maintain four locations at border customs offices in the greater Basel area.
In 2024, Nauta officially merged into the LEMAN, a process that is still ongoing and unlocking exciting new opportunities for both our people and our customers. This integration allows us to combine our deep local expertise with LEMAN’s strong global network, ensuring that we continue to offer tailored, high-quality logistics solutions that go beyond the standard.
Our Values
At Nauta, now proudly part of LEMAN, Respect isn’t just a word – it's how we treat every colleague, customer, and partner. Quality means getting the details right, so the job runs smoothly. And Commitment? It’s about showing up, solving problems, and going the extra mile, even when things get tough. These core values guide everything we do. #J-18808-Ljbffr