Carrier Management Specialist

Bleckmann; Eindhoven; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging role in fast-growing org

Build strong carrier partnerships

Collaborative cross-functional team

Growth and development opportunities

Entrepreneurial culture and excellence

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Bleckmann is seeking a Carrier Management Specialist to lead carrier portfolio execution, evaluate performance, support sourcing, and drive improvements. You will collaborate with internal teams to optimize transport costs, service levels, and sustainability while staying aligned with governance and commercial boundaries. This role offers growth in a fast-moving, international logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in transportation, carrier management, logistics sourcing or related field.
• Strong understanding of transportation services, carrier operating models and performance management.
• Experience evaluating carrier proposals, service models and commercial agreements.
• Ability to analyse operational and commercial data and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication across operational, commercial and support functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities within governance frameworks.
• Good understanding of supply chain, fulfilment and transport operations.
• Collaboration, problem solving and continuous improvement oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of carriers and act as primary point of contact for operational and commercial follow-up.
• Evaluate carrier performance against service levels, cost targets, and sustainability objectives; coordinate improvement initiatives.
• Support carrier sourcing and selection by identifying potential carriers, collecting proposals, evaluating, and recommending.
• Participate in commercial discussions and negotiations within approved boundaries.
• Provide carrier-related expertise to internal stakeholders such as Transport Solutions, Pricing, Service Delivery, Operations and Business Development.
• Monitor transport market developments and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Support implementation and maintenance of carrier processes, governance, reporting, and performance reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance transport cost efficiency, delivery performance, and customer experience.

Skills

Carrier management

Stakeholder mgmt

Data analysis

Negotiations

Sustainability

Multi-priority work

Education

Bachelor/Master in Logistics/Supply Chain/Transportation

Job description

At Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes — from moving boxes to moving data, from pack & ship to IT and HR.

But we’re not just logistics experts. We’re The Backstage Crew — a tight-knit team of 6,500+ people who make fashion and lifestyle brands shine by doing the work that matters most, out of the spotlight but never out of impact.

Whether you're on the warehouse floor or behind a screen, you’ll find:

• Strong connections with colleagues who support and celebrate you.
• Fast growth in a company that’s expanding across Europe, the US, and Asia.
• High energy in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.
• Guided freedom to take initiative, solve problems your way, and grow your career.

We believe in entrepreneurship, expertise, excellence, and engagement — and we live these values every day. From repairing returned goods to reducing waste, we help brands extend product lifecycles with sustainability in mind.

So if you’re ready to roll out the red carpet for our clients — and for each other — we’ve got a spot for you.

Behind the scenes is where the real excitement begins. Ready to join us?

About the job

The Carrier Management Specialist supports the execution of Bleckmann’s carrier management strategy for an assigned carrier portfolio, which may be defined by geography, service type, transport flow or customer segment. The role is responsible for evaluating carriers, managing carrier performance, supporting sourcing activities and providing carrier expertise to internal stakeholders. The role contributes to carrier-related decisions and improvements, while final carrier strategy, carrier selection and contract approval remain under the responsibility of the Carrier Manager.

Your responsibilities

• Manage an assigned portfolio of carriers and act as primary point of contact for operational and commercial follow-up.
• Evaluate carrier performance against agreed service levels, cost targets, operational requirements and sustainability objectives, and coordinate improvement initiatives where required.
• Support carrier sourcing and selection activities by identifying potential carriers, collecting proposals, performing evaluations and preparing recommendations.
• Participate in commercial discussions and negotiations with carriers within agreed boundaries and approval frameworks.
• Provide carrier-related expertise and recommendations to internal stakeholders such as Transport Solutions, Pricing, Service Delivery, Operations and Business Development.
• Monitor transport market developments, carrier capabilities, service innovations and emerging trends, translating relevant insights into actionable recommendations.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of carrier-related processes, governance mechanisms, reporting structures and performance reviews.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving transport cost efficiency, delivery performance, carrier quality and customer experience.

Your profile

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation, carrier management, logistics sourcing or a related field.
• Strong understanding of transportation services, carrier operating models and performance management principles.
• Experience evaluating carrier proposals, service models and commercial agreements.
• Ability to analyse operational and commercial data and translate findings into practical recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across operational, commercial and support functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently within defined governance frameworks.
• Good understanding of supply chain, fulfilment and transport operations.
• Collaboration: Builds effective working relationships with carriers and internal stakeholders to achieve operational and commercial objectives. Balances different requirements and promotes practical, sustainable solutions.
• Problem Solving: Analyses transport performance, carrier capabilities and business requirements to identify options, evaluate trade-offs and propose improvements within established frameworks.
• Continuous Improvement: Continuously seeks opportunities to improve carrier performance, service quality, transport efficiency and operational effectiveness through structured analysis and follow-up.

What we offer

• A challenging role within a fast-growing international organization
• The opportunity to build strong carrier partnerships and influence transport performance
• A collaborative working environment with close interaction across multiple business functions
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• An entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
• A competitive salary package with attractive benefits

At Bleckmann, we are guided by our values: We take a parachute and jump (Entrepreneurship), we unpack our knowledge (Expertise), we raise the bar with every box (Excellence), and we spark energy that connects (Engagement).

Cultural Fit: The 4 E’s of Bleckmann

• Entrepreneurship: Brings a proactive, opportunity-driven mindset. Able to spot and act on AI opportunities that create value for Bleckmann and its clients.
• Expertise: Demonstrates deep knowledge and credibility in AI, data, and transformation. Shares insights and builds confidence across teams.
• Energy: Operates with drive, resilience, and a hands-on attitude. Motivates others and maintains momentum even in complex or ambiguous situations.
• Engagement: Builds strong relationships across the organisation. Listens, connects, and collaborates with authenticity and purpose.