DHL is a global leader in the logistics industry, operating as a major division of the DHL Group. The company provides a comprehensive suite of services including international express delivery, air and ocean freight, road and rail transportation, and contract logistics. With a workforce of approximately 600,000 employees worldwide, it serves as a critical backbone for global trade and e-commerce across more than 220 countries and territories.

In Spain, DHL maintains a massive operational footprint through its various divisions such as DHL Express, DHL Supply Chain, and DHL Global Forwarding. The company is a significant employer for international professionals, offering roles that range from specialized IT and data analysis to large-scale operations management. Its presence in major Spanish logistics hubs and its status as a certified Top Employer make it a primary destination for expats seeking career stability and growth within a multicultural corporate environment.

Founded in 1969 in San Francisco, DHL began as a courier service between California and Hawaii. It was gradually acquired by the German postal service, Deutsche Post, becoming its primary logistics brand and expanding into the world's largest logistics company.

For international professionals

DHL is consistently certified as a 'Top Employer' in Spain, highlighting its commitment to high-quality HR standards and employee well-being.
The company offers a wide range of corporate roles in IT, Finance, and HR that often require English as a primary working language.
With a presence in numerous Spanish regions including Madrid, Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Valencia, it offers diverse geographic options for relocation.
DHL provides structured 'Junior Development Programs' and internships, which are excellent entry points for international graduates moving to Spain.
The 'Lead Logistics Partner' (LLP) division in Spain frequently recruits for analytical and management roles that involve international stakeholder coordination.

Import Specialist

DHL

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

Do you have experience in the sector? Would you like to work in a multidisciplinary environment at a leading multinational transport company?

DHL Freight Spain is expanding its team!🎯

At DHL Freight Spain, we are looking for an Import Specialist (M/F) for our center in Coslada (Madrid), to support the development and administration of import plans and processes to provide the preparation and approval of documentation through the relevant authorities and to guide and advise customers on import operations and regulations in line with business strategy and objectives, corporate guidelines, and policies.

What are we looking for?

Degree, Bachelor's, FPI or FPII in a related field.
At least 2 years of experience in the sector in a similar position, preferably in a freight forwarding company.
Intermediate level of English (B2)
Advanced proficiency in the Office suite
Ability to work in a team and under pressure

Functions and responsibilities:

Support the administration of import plans and processes to optimize service and performance
Execute transactional operational activities related to imports in accordance with regulations and internal procedures.
Perform import entries and support operational activities according to internal procedures and the latest local customs regulations.
Calculate tariffs, price conversions, weight, and volume of goods imported from/to foreign destinations
Process, handle, distribute, and file all required import documents
Verify invoices and shipping documents to improve compliance with federal regulations
Verify entries to ensure customer requirements are met and suggest routine corrective actions in case of deviations
Ensure that export, import, and gateway operations align with business guidelines and meet established expectations
Perform IT system-related tasks to provide up-to-date shipment information.
Work with internal functions such as customer service, product, sales, etc.
Coordinate with the overseas office to verify and check shipment information
Identify and resolve recurring problems and suggest modifications to import/export working methods focusing on increasing effectiveness and efficiency.

We offer:

Permanent Contract
Health insurance (50% subsidized by the company for employees and family members)
Company share plan with employee discounts
DHL discount club
Fruit in the office

Don't hesitate, this is your opportunity!🎢

View original advert (Spanish)

¿Tienes experiencia en el sector? ¿Te gustaría trabajar en un entorno multidisciplinar en una multinacional líder en transporte?

¡En DHL Freight Spain ampliamos equipo!🎯

En DHL Freight Spain estamos buscando Import Specialist (M/H) para nuestro centro de Coslada (Madrid), con el fin de apoyar en el desarrollo y administración de planes y procesos de importación para proporcionar la preparación y aprobación de la documentación a través de las autoridades pertinentes y guiar y asesorar a los clientes sobre las operaciones y regulaciones de importación en línea con la estrategia y los objetivos comerciales, las directrices y políticas corporativas

¿Qué estamos buscando?

Grado, Licenciatura, FPI o FPII relacionada.
Experiencia en el sector al menos 2 años en una posición similar, preferentemente en empresa de transporte transitario.
Inglés nivel intermedio (B2)
Manejo del paquete Office a nivel avanzado
Capacidad de trabajar en equipo y bajo presión

Funciones y responsabilidades:

Apoyar la administración de planes y procesos de importación para optimizar el servicio y el rendimiento
Ejecutar actividades operativas transaccionales relacionadas con la importación de conformidad con las reglamentaciones y los procedimientos internos.
Realizar entradas de importación y apoyar las actividades operativas según los procedimientos internos y las últimas regulaciones aduaneras locales.
Calcular aranceles, conversiones de precios, peso y volumen de mercancías importadas desde/hacia destinos en el extranjero
Procesar, manejar, distribuir y archivar todos los documentos de importación requeridos
Verificar las facturas y los documentos de envío para mejorar el cumplimiento de las reglamentaciones federales
Verificar las entradas para garantizar que se cumplan los requisitos del cliente y sugiera acciones correctivas de rutina en caso de desviaciones
Asegurar que las operaciones de exportación, importación y puerta de enlace se ajusten a las pautas comerciales y cumplan con las expectativas establecidas
Realizar tareas relacionadas con los sistemas de TI para proporcionar información actualizada sobre el envío.
Trabajar con funciones internas como atención al cliente, producto, ventas, etc.
Coordinar con la oficina en el extranjero para verificar y verificar la información del envío
Identificar y resolver problemas recurrentes y sugerir modificaciones para los métodos de trabajo de importación/exportación centrándose en aumentar la eficacia y la eficiencia.

Ofrecemos:

Contrato Indefinido
Seguro médico (Subvencionado al 50% por la empresa para empleados/as y familiares)
Plan de acciones de empresa con descuentos para empleados/as
Club descuentos de DHL
Fruta en la oficina

¡No lo dudes, es tu oportunidad!🎢