Are you a strategic leader with a passion for transport, systems, and people?
We are looking for a skilled and driven Manager Transport to head up our transport department.
In this role, you will lead a multidisciplinary team:
Carrier Managers Implementation ManagerTransport Engineer Analyst Transport coordinators, Each supporting the operations to seamless, efficient, and futureready transport operations.
The position:
As Manager Transport, reporting to the Finance Director, you will be responsible for translating customer and business needs into clear tactical and operational strategies.
You ensure reliable and costeffective transport execution by aligning process design, system configuration and carrier management. You do this from a supporting view towards our business and collaborate intensely with different sites and their management. With a strong focus on strategy, data and performance, you’ll use KPIs and reporting to drive improvements and steer your team toward excellence. You’ll also play a central role in crossfunctional collaboration, ensuring that Transport is fully integrated with departments like IT, Business Development, Account Management, Customer Service, Finance, and Logistics Solutions.You are confident in guiding both people and processes. Whether it’s supporting a carrier negotiation, refining a transport model, or resolving a system issue, you combine strategic thinking with handson problemsolving. You serve as a coach, a coordinator, and a connector, always working with both customer satisfaction and operational performance in mind. What you bring:
Education:
Higher professional education HBO+ in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or related field
Experience:
7– years of relevant experience in transport or logistics, including at least 3 years in a managerial role
Expertise:
Vast knowledge and understanding of various transport modes and industry segments.Strong knowledge of transport management systems TMSWMSERPDatadriven working with tools like Power BI and ExcelExperience in stakeholder management and crossfunctional leadership
Languages: Fluent in Dutch and English, both written and spoken
Competencies:
Strong communication skills in commercial as well as operational fieldsLeadership – to inspire, develop, and align your team by managing priorities and coordinate transport matters effectivelyAnalytical pragmatical Ability – to steer decisions through facts & data insightsResult Orientation – to deliver measurable, outcomedriven results and improvements What we offer:
You become part of a sustainable and ambitious work environment where personal development is at the heart of everything. There is ample room to grow. We foster an entrepreneurial and resultsdriven culture in which your ideas and initiatives are valued.
In addition, we offer:
A competitive salary with attractive secondary benefits.A solid pension plan.A fastgrowing organization with a diverse client base Technology, Industrial Machinery, and Healthcare.A personal flexible budget that you can use as you wish for extra leave, personal development, corporate fitness, or as a bonus.Flexible working hours and locations.Personal coaching and plenty of growth opportunities for example, through the internal Academy. There are currently operates at 7 locations and will expand to the Utrecht region in . We offer a wide range of logistics services, including warehousing, order picking, and valueadded services. In addition, we provide managed services such as customer service, import and export documentation, and sales support. This way, we take all logistical concerns off our clients’ hands.
If you’re ready to lead the transport department into the future with structure, vision, and energy, then we look forward to your application.
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