Group Tax Manager
Key Skills
Job Description
The role As Group Tax Manager, you will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and executing all tax-related activities across the Group’s international operations. You will ensure compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations, manage tax risks, and provide both strategic and operational tax advice to support the business. Acting as the central point of contact for tax matters, you will work closely with senior management, local finance teams, external advisors, and tax authorities. You will oversee tax compliance across all jurisdictions, including Corporate Income Tax, VAT, Transfer Pricing, Customs, and Environmental Taxes, while ensuring that tax governance and reporting processes remain effective and aligned with business objectives. Looking to combine strategic impact with hands-on tax leadership? You will play a key role in strengthening the Group’s tax framework by monitoring legislative developments, managing tax risks, supporting audits, and leading the implementation of new regulatory requirements such as Pillar II, Country-by-Country Reporting, SAF-T, and e-invoicing. In addition, you will support strategic business initiatives, including new country setups, supply chain changes, and business expansion projects by providing practical and commercially minded tax advice. This is a unique opportunity to shape and further professionalize the Group’s tax function while working closely with stakeholders across an international organization. A nice place to work A pleasant workplace Career development opportunities Circularity and sustainability Continuous improvement Diverse international environment Innovation and Technology Meaningful work Social responsibility Skills & Requirements You You are a proactive and hands-on tax professional who enjoys working in an international and dynamic environment. You have the ability to translate complex tax legislation into practical business solutions and are comfortable balancing strategic responsibilities with operational execution. With your strong analytical skills and sound judgement, you are able to identify risks, assess business impact, and provide clear recommendations to stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You build strong relationships across functions and countries and are recognized as a trusted advisor who combines technical expertise with a pragmatic and collaborative approach. Further: You hold a Master's degree in Tax Law, Fiscal Economics, or a related discipline. You have at least 10 years of relevant experience within an international corporate environment and/or a leading international tax advisory firm. You have strong expertise in Corporate Income Tax (CIT), VAT, Transfer Pricing, Customs, and Environmental Taxes. You have experience in developing and maintaining tax governance and tax control frameworks. You have proven experience with international tax compliance and reporting obligations. You have experience managing tax audits and dealing with tax authorities. You possess strong project management and stakeholder management skills. You have an understanding of ERP-driven processes, preferably within SAP. You have excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities. You have strong communication skills in both English and Dutch Our offer The position of Group Tax Manager offers you the opportunity to play a key role in shaping and strengthening the company’s global tax function. You will work closely with senior management and business leaders across the organization, helping to manage tax risks, support strategic growth initiatives, and ensure compliance in a constantly evolving regulatory environment A competitive salary. Full-time position (40 hours per week). A good pension scheme. 25 vacation days per year with the possibility to purchase additional days (based on full-time employment). A highly visible and impactful role with significant responsibility and autonomy. The opportunity to work in an international environment with stakeholders across multiple countries. A dynamic organization where collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth are encouraged. The opportunity to lead strategic tax initiatives and contribute directly to the company’s long-term success. Ready to make an impact on a global scale? Join us and help shape the future of tax across our international organization! About The Company Euro Pool Group (EPG) consists of three divisions: Euro Pool System (EPS), La Palette Rouge (LPR), and Stack and Track (S&T) each with their own expertise in the field of pooling packaging solutions. Together, we are the largest logistics service provider of reusable standard packaging in Europe. By sharing the benefits of our reusable packaging solutions with our customers and stakeholders, we contribute to the transition towards a circular economy. Our essential role in the fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain makes it a familiar sight in supermarkets and various retail outlets in Europe. With a strong focus on sustainability and IT developments, Euro Pool Group's circular supply chain solutions play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and creating a greener future for the industry. Euro Pool System has approximately 800 employees and 71 service centers in 18 countries, we serve customers in 27 countries with supply chain solutions, handling c. 1.3 billion crate movements per year. Our annual net turnover in Europe is approximately €500 million. Visit our website www.europoolsystem.com for more information. Together, we can shape a circular supply chain for a better future! Euro Pool Group takes full responsibility for our actions and decisions. As part of our selection process, a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) is required upon acceptance of the job offer (costs will be reimbursed). Let's shape a sustainable future together. Apply now! We invite both internal and external applicants for this position, with internal candidates being given priority in case of equal suitability. Apply now
Core Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate tax activities across the Group’s international operations, overseeing compliance, tax governance, reporting, risk management, audits, and regulatory implementation. Advise senior management and business teams on tax matters and support strategic initiatives such as country launches, supply chain changes, and business expansion.
Requirements
A master’s degree in Tax Law, Fiscal Economics, or a related discipline and at least 10 years of relevant experience in an international corporate environment or leading international tax advisory firm are required. Candidates should have broad international tax expertise, experience with compliance, governance, audits, and reporting, strong project and stakeholder management skills, familiarity with ERP processes (preferably SAP), and excellent English and Dutch communication skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Pension Scheme
- 25 Vacation Days
- Option to Purchase Additional Vacation Days
- Career Development Opportunities
About EPS - Euro Pool System
Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Euro Pool System is the market leader in returnable packaging for the fresh supply chain in Europe. Our reusable trays have become the standard in the chain for fresh and packaged food. Each and every day producers, transporters, processing companies and retailers benefit from the advantages of our products. Moreover, we work continuously on the further standardisation and integration of our solutions within our clients’ logistics processes. With a network of approximately 71 service centres in fifteen countries we provide optimal reliability, flexibility, sustainability and efficiency throughout the whole chain. Euro Pool System offers a dynamic working environment for more than 700 employees. We cherish our corporate values, by which we encourage team spirit, personal growth, respect, entrepreneurship and innovation. Euro Pool System is a division of the Euro Pool Group, the largest logistics service provider of reusable standard packaging in Europe.