Team leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU)

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Job Description

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team and shape the future of global transport at Vanderlande where your ideas and leadership will make a real impact on worldwide logistics Do you want to take your career to the next level by optimizing international supply chains working with cutting-edge solutions and developing yourself in a fast-growing innovative company Read on and apply!

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) to join our team at Vanderlande. As a key member of our global supply chain organization you will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of goods worldwide.

What will you be doing

As a Team leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) within Vanderlande you will be together with your team of shipping managers and forwarding officers responsible for setting up global shipping plans using four different modalities (air ocean road and rail) and the management of the operational execution by the forwarding officers.

You will work from Veghel and are willing to travel when needed (max 5% of your time).

You are part of the Contracts and Routing Team and report to the Manager Contract Routing & Forwarding.

You create the right conditions for the team to excel; you monitor the bigger picture. Additionally you encourage collaboration a culture of continuous improvement and customer orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the intermodal transport team (non-EU)
  • Create (global) shipping plans optimize freight efficiency and minimize costs.
  • Project owner and end responsible for execution
  • Ensure freight costs stay within budget
• Set clear priorities objectives and development opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and support improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners.
• Create a stimulating work environment.
• Act as a sparring partner for management and stakeholders.
  

You are fulfilling the role of shipping manager as well (part-time) in this function:

• Determine the best shipping plan in consultation with project management supply chain and procurement.
• Able to advise on strategies regarding duties & taxes related to global shipping.
• Determine and negotiate the transport and packaging costs for projects and the associated risk assessment.
• Monitor and analyze spending to optimize freight costs and ensure financial compliance.

• Ensure trade compliance with (country-specific) transportation requirements.
• Support procurement- and manufacturing teams on inbound flow from external suppliers.
• Steer on continuous improvement and KPIs and improve sustainability within the department.
• Closely monitoring projects measure (internal) performances and adjust accordingly.
• Contribute to the transportation strategy by focusing on efficiency reliability and innovation.

What do we ask from you

• Bachelors or masters degree in supply chain Logistics or Operations
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Planning and organization skills
• Being result oriented
• Knowlegde about global forwarding (trade lanes export documentation required) incoterms and the impact on duties & taxes
• An excellent communicator in English (and preferably also in Dutch)
• Strong leadership skills with proven experience in managing and developing teams.
• Highly analytical process-oriented and accustomed to working in a dynamic international environment.
  

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports and in the parcel market. Furthermore we are also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses which seamlessly integrate innovative systems intelligent software and life-cycle services.

At Vanderlande you can develop your career satisfy your ambitions aspire to new heights while enjoying personal growth and thriving on achievement.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Team leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal international and professional working environment with plenty of room for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future. We are looking for both junior mid and senior candidates. This position offers a competitive salary range of 6.20000 up to 7.70000 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance) with a comprehensive travel allowance on top. Through exceeding performance expectations you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixed salary youll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)

• Flexible working hours

• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)

• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth 300- per calendar year

• Commuting allowance including full reimbursement of travel by public transport

• Working from home allowance

• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance

• On-site company health centres with a gym physiotherapists and occupational therapists

• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills

• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives

• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista

Your application

So if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future then please apply now by completing the application form and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information please contact Britt Laarhoven on.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status or disability status.