Global Freight Procurement Strategist

Via Logistics; Landgraaf; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 vacation days

Annual budget for personal initiative

GoodHabitz online learning

Discounted sports memberships

Bicycle plan

20% employee product discount

Job summary

Heuschen & Schrouff, headquartered in Landgraaf, seeks a Head of Global Logistics Procurement to shape strategic freight sourcing across deep sea, short sea, inland waterways, rail and road. You will drive tender processes, supplier contracts and cost-saving initiatives while guiding cross-functional teams and management.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in freight procurement, strong analytics, Coupa experience, and a track record of influencing international logistics partners.

Qualifications

• Over ten years of experience in freight sourcing, transport procurement and international tenders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field.
• Extensive experience in logistics, international transportation and supply chain environments.
• Strong knowledge of TMS, OMS and 4PL operating models, including EDI and API integrations.
• Proven track record in delivering cost savings and strengthening compliance within international supply chains.
• Experience with Coupa and familiarity with AEO compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead international tender processes and sourcing projects for global transport flows.
• Select, evaluate and contract Logistics Service Providers (LSPs).
• Negotiate transport contracts, commercial terms and service agreements.
• Monitor transport market trends, freight indices and procurement opportunities.
• Develop sourcing strategies across multiple transport modalities and logistics networks.
• Analyse transport data and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Increase transparency, control and efficiency through data, reporting and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Operational understanding

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Logistics/Supply Chain/Procurement

Tools

TMS

OMS

4PL models

EDI

API integrations

Coupa

AEO compliance

Job description

Heuschen & Schrouff, headquartered in Landgraaf, seeks a Head of Global Logistics Procurement to shape strategic freight sourcing across deep sea, short sea, inland waterways, rail and road. You will drive tender processes, supplier contracts and cost-saving initiatives while guiding cross-functional teams and management.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in freight procurement, strong analytics, Coupa experience, and a track record of influencing international logistics partners.