Transport Specialist

Position: Transportation Specialist II
Location: NL-Sevenum, Netherlands (Maarten de Vriesstraat)

• Responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safe and cost-effective delivery of company and customer-owned products.

• Maintain inbound and outbound routing guides and monitor compliance.

• Monitor and report on carrier performance, conduct regular reviews with carriers, and take corrective actions as needed.

• Support carriers and distribution centers in resolving issues related to loading, unloading, appointment scheduling, and daily pick-up execution.

• Administer freight payment programs; monitor the payment process and ensure accurate reporting.

• Support the development and implementation of cost-saving and process improvement initiatives involving carriers, suppliers, warehouse operations, and other logistics providers.

• Prepare reports and presentation materials as required by department leadership. Collaborate with Product Management, Finance, Sales, and other internal stakeholders involved in transportation activities.

Interaction

• Organize and participate in operational meetings with carriers.

• Host and/or attend Monthly Business Reviews (MBRs) and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) with transportation providers.

• Prepare meeting documentation and track action items.

• Manage and monitor carrier performance, including KPIs and service levels.

Capability Building

• Conduct market research on transportation trends, services, and benchmarks.

• Develop understanding of carrier services and operational capabilities.

• Lead or support freight rate negotiations.

• Handle RFQ processes and ad hoc rate requests.

• Translate customer requirements into feasible carrier solutions.

• Draft, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and transportation contracts.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven negotiation skills and a commercially driven mindset.

• In-depth market insight and awareness of current transportation dynamics.

• Customer-oriented and solution-focused approach.

• Flexible attitude and ability to adapt (no 9-to-5 mentality).

• Experience with Oracle or other TMS systems is a plus.

• Solid understanding of parcel, road, air, and ocean freight operations.

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain Management).

• Typically requires 2–4 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Fluency in English (German or other languages are a plus).