[ref. i4373816] Geleen - Transportation Manager
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Our Client (located in the south of the Netherlands, near Geleen) entered the market in 2023 as a new engineering materials powerhouse, focussing on Manufacturing and Production and covering performance materials, specialty materials, and intermediates by bringing together two highly complementary materials industry players.By combining the strengths of both companies, our client offers a truly global reach across regions and end markets, a strong & broad materials portfolio, deep material and application expertise, proven dedication to driving carbon-efficient and circular engineering materials and a collaborative and pioneering spirit to continuously explore new material solutions with and for customers.
Functie
As Transportation manager you will lead and empower the team to cope with the complex situation of todays challenging market. Simultaneously driving continuous improvement and pursue operational excellence. You will lead a team to provide first class logistics services to our customers.
Your key responsibilities are:
- Manage all outbound shipments execution to domestic and overseas customers at expected service level from the distributions centers in the region (incl KPIs)
- As people manager, continuously develop the team in terms of both logistics knowledge and soft skills to upgrade the team capability to support business growth
- Apply lean and six sigma methodology to continuously search for logistics operations optimization and cost effectiveness opportunities. Improvements are tracked via the global improvement tracker system
- Manage the performance (incl KPIs) of 3rd/4th party logistic providers. Collaborating with sourcing team on freight tender, vendor selection and evaluation
- Introduce state of art logistics system, digitalization & automation application, smart logistics concept to add the competitiveness in the market
- Maintain expertise on logistics know-how and regulations, closely follow up the regulation changes, and ensure compliance with company requirements and local regulations
- Develop logistics and transportation strategy and roadmap that supports future business growth and fits for market trend
- Maintain the correctness and completeness of the transport related master data (routes, carriers, shipping points, etc) in collaboration with the shared service team
- Act as a complaint owner for transport related customer complaints. If required, follow up with the carriers and freight forwarder with complaints to ensure highest quality standards in our process and procedures
Profiel
As a Transportation Manager you have the following profile:
- Bachelor level education or higher, preferably in supply chain management, logistics or purchasing
- Experience working in a managerial role in Logistics/supply chain in multi-national companies
- Solid and in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Logistics
- SAP application experience
- Self-motivated, have high resilience under pressure, learning agility and willing to take extra responsibilities
- A team player and builder, who possesses excellent people management, and conflict resolution skills
Aanbod
Competitive Compensation
Join our Client and enjoy competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and individual performance bonuses, ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.
Comprehensive Benefits
Your well-being matters. Our clients offers an array of benefits supporting your financial security, health, and overall well-being. This includes retirement plans, health programs, life insurance, and comprehensive medical care.
Work-Life Balance & FlexibilityMaintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with their commitment to supporting your schedule.
Training & Development Opportunities
Your growth matters. Our client encourages and invests in your professional and personal development. They support their employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training, coaching, and mentoring.
Diversity & Inclusion
At our client, their people drive their success, so it's only right that they provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging, openness, and respect. they value diversity as a cornerstone of their success.They are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.