Key Skills

Job Description

Location Rotterdam, the Netherlands Reports To This position will report to the General Manager of CTS Netherlands directly. Job Overview To succeed in this role, you should have thorough knowledge of supply chain management and an understanding of warehouse procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders and tracking transportation vehicles. You should also be familiar with safety processes and legal regulations. Responsibilities and Duties Build, train and lead the team to fulfill company/department targets and objectives, functional tasks and ensure internal/external customer satisfaction With a focus on Trucking services, develop EU in-land transportation resources and optimize capacity, process, performance as well as costs. Set up and manage internal process/SOP/KPI for all business needs. Ensure compliance with transportation-related policies, as well as safety rules, union contracts (if apply), and government regulations Communicate and coordinate with all business parties, i.e. customers, vendors and partners, to ensure smooth daily operations Qualifications At least 8 years of work experience as a Transportation Manager, Shipping Manager or similar role, with solid knowledge on supply chain management Familiarity with logistics software, like Cargowise, WMS/TMS Excellent organizational skills and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills. Fluent in Dutch and English Must be able to work well in a self-managed team environment. This includes cooperatively scheduling work, vacation, hours and team task assignments. Ability to maintain productivity and professionalism while under pressure to meet targets What we offer Targeted development opportunities on a professional level Competitive compensation and benefits A pleasant and international work atmosphere

Core Responsibilities

Lead and develop the team while building and optimizing European inland transportation resources, capacity, processes, performance, and costs, with a focus on trucking. Establish and manage internal processes, standard operating procedures, and KPIs; ensure compliance with policies, safety rules, contracts, and regulations; and coordinate daily operations with customers, vendors, and partners.

Requirements

Requires at least eight years of experience as a Transportation Manager, Shipping Manager, or in a similar role, with solid supply chain knowledge and familiarity with logistics software such as CargoWise, WMS, or TMS. Candidates must be fluent in Dutch and English and demonstrate strong organization, problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.

Benefits

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• International Work Environment