Export Specialist

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing

Role Purpose

Drive efficient and compliant export operations by preparing accurate shipping and customs documentation, optimizing transport costs, and ensuring timely deliveries. Act as a key liaison between global stakeholders, freight forwarders, and banks to support smooth international logistics across EMEA.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare shipping documents in SAP according to international shipping requirements.
• Create customs documents in Expowin/Beo, including certificates of origin, forwarding orders, and export declarations.
• Optimize transportation costs through tenders and comparison of freight forwarders’ conditions and services.
• Communicate with global Customer Service (Intercompany), freight forwarders, chambers of commerce (IHK), banks, and internal planning departments.
• Handle letters of credit and correspondence with involved banks across plants and throughout EMEA.
• Post and verify freight costs.
• Monitor open customer orders and ensure timely and inventory‑related creation of deliveries.

Experiences/Education

• Successfully completed commercial training, e.g., Freight Forwarding and Logistics Services Clerk or Office Communication Clerk.
• At least three years of professional experience in export and shipping logistics, ideally in an industrial company.
• Proficient in SAP ECC 6.0 and excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Solid understanding of customs regulations, customs clearance, and Incoterms.
• Experience in handling letters of credit and bank correspondence.
• Initial practical experience in shipping is an advantage.
• Strong team player, high level of commitment and reliability.
• Friendly and confident demeanor, ability to work under pressure during peak periods.
• Quick comprehension, analytical skills, and ability to set priorities in daily operations.
• Excellent German and English skills, both written and spoken.

Benefits

• Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well‑being, we provide a pension benefit that grows throughout your career.
• Our health and well‑being benefits include medical, multi‑sport card, company‑paid life insurance, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

Accommodation Statement

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EEO Statement

Corning is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.