Mannheim | Germany

How many employees work at the branch?

Since the office opened in 2014, our team has grown from 2 to currently 18 colleagues.

Are there any staff events at the branch?

Before the pandemic and now again, we have regular lunch together as well as team events and a winter-party were and will organized.

What kind of jobs are there at the branch and what are typical tasks?

Our assets is our staff – well trained and motivated are our employees responsible for their fixed customer base and assume tasks from the preparation of the offer, the operational handling and communication with customers and service providers up to the billing of the consignments. We successfully train young people in order to integrate all in our team after their apprenticeship. We are have three operational devisons: Oceanfreight-Export, Oceanfreight-Import and a Airfreight-department. Our team is rounded off by a sales-department which is responsible for the stratigic development of the branch.

Why is FMS Mannheim a great place to work?

As a branch office of a medium-sized and owner-managed company, we have freedom and great opportunities to develop ourselves and the branch-office. The respectful together and also the beautiful office with a great view over Mannheim-city and the region are some of the important points.

3 questions to Tanja Pisch | FMS Mannheim 

1. What is your job at FMS Mannheim?

In my position as a Manager of Sales & Customer Service, my team (four employees) and I are responsible for the operational handling of export shipments.

2. How was your professional development at FMS? 

My start at FMS was in May 2014 during the opening of Mannheim office. For me, it was very exciting to see how quickly the branch became successful as it is today. Everyone of us has contributed to this with diligence and dedication. This makes me very proud. In September 2016, I was offered the position of the team leader which I gladly accepted. The new position brings new challenges, which I am always well prepared for due to regular training courses, which FMS offers.

3. What makes FMS a great employer for you?

FMS is a very fair employer. I am allowed to make my own decisions and to optimize my area of responsibility. Especially the positive working atmosphere and the way we communicate in all directions makes it a great place to work. FMS cares for the employees and takes over responsibility for individual development.