Trade Support Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
Van Caem Klerks Group is an international trading company operating within global markets. Van Caem Klerks Group buys and sells A-branded goods in a variety of different categories, namely: Liquor, Fragrance, and FMCG (Toiletries, Food and Professional Haircare). We are a service-oriented company with over 50 years of experience in the import/export industry. Our head office is in the heart of Amsterdam, with our international office in Curacao. We have 2 of our own warehouses strategically placed near the Port of Rotterdam which helps us provide the best and most efficient service. Van Caem Klerks Group has a turnover of over 300 million. Despite this, we maintain an informal, flat organizational structure that prioritizes employee growth and progression. We pride ourselves on our international focus, with representation from over 30 nationalities among our 150 employees. We are seeking a Trade Support Specialist to be part of our fast-paced team! As a Trade Support Specialist, your main duties include entering import orders in Navision, processing orders, and coordinating with Traders, suppliers, and warehouses. You play a crucial role in supporting our sales team. You'll also manage logistics, overseeing tasks like planning international transport, air, and sea freight, as well as checking and assigning stock. This position also involves working in the office every day, as extensive teamwork is required for the tasks. What do we look for in a candidate? Fluency in English. Previous experience in trade support, logistics, or a related field is a plus. Understanding of trade operations, supply chain management, and logistics processes. Knowledge of import & export documentation, and Incoterms is a plus. Strong decision-making skills and ability to work under pressure. Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also working independently when needed. Capacity to prioritize tasks and act proactively. Excellent communication skills and ability to think outside the box. Residing in the Netherlands, ideally in the Amsterdam area. Experience with Navision/Business Central is a plus What do we offer? We offer an exciting, challenging job in a young and international environment located in an amazing office in Amsterdam. After a busy week we take a trip through the Amsterdam canals on our own boat, we enjoy drinks in our office bar every Friday, and we organize great parties and team-building events couple of times a year. Furthermore, our in-house chef prepares complimentary lunch daily. This job is 100% on-site. Candidates outside the Netherlands will not be included in the selection process.
Core Responsibilities
Enter and process import orders in Navision, coordinate with traders, suppliers, and warehouses, and support the sales team. Manage logistics by planning international, air, and sea transport and checking and assigning stock.
Requirements
Candidates should be fluent in English and understand trade operations, supply chain management, and logistics processes; experience in trade support or logistics is an advantage. Strong communication, decision-making, prioritization, teamwork, and independent working skills are expected, while knowledge of import/export documentation, Incoterms, and Navision or Business Central is a plus.
Benefits
- Complimentary Daily Lunch
- Friday Drinks
- Team-Building Events
- Company Parties
- Canal Trips
About Van Caem Klerks Group
Industry: Wholesale Import and Export
Company size: 51-200 employees
Van Caem Klerks Group is an international trading company with over 50 years of experience in the global distribution of premium A-branded consumer goods. With a strong international network and deep market expertise, we connect suppliers and customers worldwide through reliable and efficient trading. Our core categories are Liquor, Fragrances, and FMCG (Food and Home & Personal Care). By leveraging global market opportunities and long-standing partnerships, we offer a broad product portfolio, competitive pricing, and dependable delivery. We believe in long-term relationships, straightforward business, and delivering value to our partners every day. For more information about buying or supplying with us, please contact [email protected].