Distribution Coordinator

MSD Malaysia; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

35.5 days of paid leave

Travel expense reimbursement

Pension plan

Company restaurant

Accessible by train

Park on site

Wellbeing support

Prayer/meditation room

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MSD Animal Health Netherlands in Boxmeer seeks a Distribution Coordinator to manage end-to-end transport orders across Air, Ocean, and Road. You will plan, book, and monitor shipments, ensuring timely delivery, proper conditions, and cost efficiency, while liaising with customers, carriers, and internal teams.

You will contribute to continuous improvement, KPI monitoring, and cross-functional projects within a multinational supply chain environment, reporting to the Distribution Lead.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Transportation.
• Global forwarding knowledge (incoterms, trade lanes, customs).
• Passion for logistics and supply chain management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective stakeholder management; proactive and inclusive approach.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.
• Proficient with SAP ERP, Microsoft Office, and BI tools.
• Knowledge of dangerous goods shipping and GDP/GMP (or willingness to train).

Responsibilities

• Book and coordinate shipments with forwarders.
• Serve as primary contact for customers, carriers, customs, and internal teams.
• Ensure trade compliance and prepare customs documents (EX/A, T-docs, COO).
• Prepare and process shipping documents (B/L, AWB, CMR, invoices, packing lists).
• Provide shipment updates and handle inquiries.
• Coordinate Dangerous Goods transports per regulations.
• Maintain data in TMS; ensure master data quality; process invoices.
• Drive continuous improvement and monitor KPIs across functions.

Skills

Global forwarding knowledge

Passion for logistics

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English and Dutch

Dangerous goods shipping knowledge

Education

Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Transportation

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

BI tools

Job description

Job Description Are you passionate about logistics and supply chain management? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact? We have an exciting opportunity at the Boxmeer facility for a: Distribution Coordinator Welcome in our team As a Distribution Coordinator, you will be part of the distribution department within the COE Supply Chain Management in Boxmeer. The Boxmeer, De Bilt, and Cologne sites are part of the Animal Health Netherlands network, where veterinary medicines are produced and packed for the global market. The distribution team consists of 5 other coordinators, and you will report to the Distribution Lead. As a Distribution Coordinator, you are the key connector within our global supply chain, ensuring that the products reach our customers on time, in full and within the right conditions. We’re looking for proactive professionals who thrive in logistics, enjoy problem-solving, and help optimize our global supply chain.

Purpose of the role As a Distribution Coordinator, you will be responsible for end-to-end processing and execution of transport orders across the three primary modalities: Air, Ocean, and Road. You will plan, book, and monitor shipments of diverse healthcare products, ensuring they are delivered on time, in the right condition, and at the right cost. You will proactively oversee and analyze the supply chain, keeping all stakeholders informed and aligned throughout the shipment lifecycle, and driving continuous improvement in service, compliance, and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Book and coordinate shipments with assigned forwarders for diverse healthcare products
• Serve as primary contact for customers, carriers, customs, and internal teams
• Ensure trade compliance and create accurate customs documents (EX/A, T-docs, COO)
• Prepare and process shipping documents (B/L, AWB, CMR, commercial invoices, packing lists)
• Provide proactive shipment updates, handle inquiries, and manage exceptions
• Coordinate Dangerous Goods transports in line with regulations
• Maintain accurate data in TMS, ensure master data quality, and process invoices correctly
• Drive continuous improvement, monitor KPIs, collaborate across functions, and support departmental/global projects

Your profile

• Diploma in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Transportation
• Global forwarding knowledge (incoterms, trade lanes, customs)
• Passion for logistics and supply chain management
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective stakeholder management; proactive and inclusive approach
• Fluent communication in English and Dutch
• Proficient with ERP (SAP), Microsoft Office, and BI tools
• Knowledge of dangerous goods shipping and GDP/GMP (or willingness to train)

What we offer

We offer a truly global, dynamic, and challenging environment where digital excellence directly supports patient and animal health. You can expect strong opportunities for professional growth and a competitive total rewards package, including:

• A competitive salary, depending on your knowledge and experience.
• A 3% year‑end allowance and an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• A minimum of 35.5 days of paid leave.
• Travel expense reimbursement and a solid pension plan.
• A high‑quality company restaurant offering fresh and healthy options daily.
• Excellent accessibility: the train station is located directly at the main entrance, and ample parking is available.
• A beautiful private park on site, ideal for walking, taking a break, or relaxing.
• Mental wellbeing support via Lyra Health for you and your family members.
• Access to a dedicated prayer/meditation room.
• Extensive career development opportunities thanks to the size of the site and the presence of many disciplines and global departments represented in Boxmeer.
• A workplace within an organization that continues to grow and evolve.

Animal Health Division

Our Animal Health division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to the health and well‑being of animals. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive difference in animal care and the world’s food supply and have a deep sense of responsibility towards our customers, consumers, animals, society and our planet. We offer one of our industry’s most innovative portfolio of products, services and technologies that serve to prevent, treat, and control diseases across all major farm and companion animal species.

Required Skills

• Animal Handling
• Animal Handling
• APICS CPIM
• Capacity Planning
• Cost Efficiency
• Dangerous Goods Transportation
• Documentation Review
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA
• Global Supply Chain
• GMP Compliance
• Inventory Control Management
• Kaizen (Continuous Improvement)
• Materials Management
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Production Reports
• Productivity Metrics
• Quality Management Standards
• Safety Management
• SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
• SAP Systems
• Stakeholder Management
• Stakeholder Relationship Management
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Supply Change Management
• Veterinary Consulting {+ 2 more}

Employee Status: Regular Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid Shift: Valid Driving License: Hazardous Material(s): Job Posting End Date: 09/3/2026