Freight Forwarder/Logistics Coordinator

Role: Freight Forwarder/Logistics Coordinator

As we centralise our operations at our head office in Bergen, GAC Norway is looking for an experienced Freight Forwarder to join our team in a permanent, full-time position. This is an opportunity to be part of a strong operational environment where you will work closely with experienced colleagues, management, and teams across the organisation. Based in Bergen, you will have a central role in coordinating freight forwarding activities, contributing to smart logistics solutions, and supporting the high level of service our customers expect from GAC.

Do you like to “think outside the box" or have a disability that has given you additional skills and a unique perspective? Perhaps it's planning the day in detail or a trained approach to evaluating a new challenge. If you feel that you can meet the requirements of the position, YOU are encouraged to apply regardless of age, gender, cultural background, or disability. We value your opinions and knowledge!  

We believe in maintaining an environment where all voices are heard – an environment that embraces diversity and respects everyone. Personal qualities are emphasised!  

Could you be our new Freight Forwarder?

• Location: Bergen office.

• Reporting to: Segment Operational Lead

• Department / team: Logistics

• Employment Type: Fulltime, Permanent

• Travel requirements: Minimal

What would your day at GAC look like?

• Managing quoting, booking, follow-up and invoicing for air, sea, courier and road freight, including project shipments

• Developing tailored logistics solutions based on customer needs, shipment requirements and available transport options

• Ensuring shipments meet relevant country requirements, including correct documentation and compliance throughout the transport process

• Maintaining close contact with customers, suppliers and partners, including representing GAC in operational meetings

• Monitoring customs processes and coordinating with relevant parties to ensure smooth clearance

• Coordinating with overseas offices, network partners and external agents to arrange efficient logistics services

• Contributing to continuous improvement of operational routines, collaboration and service delivery

What are we looking for?

• Education: Relevant education in logistics, freight forwarding, supply chain, transport, business, or similar is an advantage, but relevant experience may compensate for formal education

• Experience: Solid experience from freight forwarding, logistics, shipping, or transport, preferably within international shipments, project logistics, energy, or marine segments

• Technical Skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft365 and comfortable working with data to follow up shipments, identify deviations, and support operational decisions

• Language: English is a requirement; Norwegian may be an advantage

• Structured and organised, with the ability to keep overview of several shipments, deadlines, and stakeholders

• Solution-oriented and responsible, with the ability to follow tasks through and contribute to improvements

• Customer-focused, with genuine interest in understanding customer needs and delivering good service

• Clear communicator who works well with customers, suppliers, colleagues, and management

• Able to stay calm, prioritise, and collaborate constructively when plans change or urgent situations arise

• Collaborative and improvement-minded, with a willingness to share knowledge and strengthen routines across the team

What’s in it for you?

This is your chance to become part of the global GAC team which has been providing professional shipping, logistics and marine services since 1956. Everything we do is guided by the GAC Spirit, built on mutual loyalty between management and staff, and a belief in the value of our people as individuals - not just for the jobs they do.

With more than 7,500 colleagues in 300 strategically located offices in more than 50 countries around the world, we focus on quality, safety and sustainability with a human touch. Emphasising a long-term approach, innovation and ethics, our flexible and integrated portfolios are designed to work within and support our customers’ operations.

You will also enjoy:         

• An open, inclusive, trust-based, and flexible workplace culture 

• Opportunities for personal and professional development  

• To be a part of a globally recognised shipping and logistics company  

• Equitable salary with automatic increases upon proven competency development 

• Comprehensive benefits and insurance - including health insurance 

Diversity Statement 

As a company, we recognise the value of diversity not only as a social statement but also as a competitive advantage to attract a wide range of talents. In our efforts to bring in candidates with diverse perspectives, we aim to provide equal opportunities to all. Therefore, please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions regarding our ability to adapt to your personal needs.  

We’re looking forward to hearing from you

Please note that as well as working to recruit staff members via GAC channels, GAC does use third-party recruiters to recruit for specific positions within the Group. Please do however, be aware of unaffiliated recruiters purporting to represent GAC that ask for payment in return for facilitating interviews. A genuine third-party recruiter working with GAC will never ask for payment to facilitate an interview. If you would like to make an application to join GAC, please always ensure to apply through our official channels on https://career.gac.com/ or our LinkedIn listing