Head of Global Logistics Procurement

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 is a leading international importer and distributor of authentic Asian food and non-food products across Europe. From its headquarters in Landgraaf, the company serves a broad European customer base, ranging from ethnic retailers and wholesalers to retail chains, foodservice providers and industrial customers.

With more than 450 employees, its own fleet of 45 trucks and a strong e-commerce platform, Heuschen & Schrouff continues to expand its position in the European market. The portfolio includes over 65 well-known Asian brands as well as several private label concepts.

The organisation is characterised by entrepreneurship, short decision‑making lines and an open culture where initiative and innovation are encouraged.

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Are you an experienced freight procurement professional with a strong track record in ocean freight, tender management, contract negotiations and freight index developments? We are looking for a commercially driven negotiator who knows how to challenge suppliers, negotiate complex freight contracts and translate market developments into competitive transport rates.

As Head of Global Logistics Procurement, you play a strategic role within the international supply chain organisation of Heuschen & Schrouff. You are responsible for the complete freight procurement process, from sourcing and tender management to supplier selection and contract negotiations.

You analyse transport flows and develop sourcing strategies across multiple transport modes, including deep sea, short sea, inland waterways, rail and road transport. In addition, you manage logistics solutions across different temperature regimes, including ambient, chilled and frozen goods.

As a key business partner to management and various departments, you provide strategic advice on freight procurement, logistics networks and sourcing strategies. You translate market intelligence, freight index developments and transport data into effective procurement decisions that strengthen both efficiency and scalability throughout the supply chain.

Key responsibilities

• Leading international tender processes and sourcing projects for global transport flows;
• Selecting, evaluating and contracting Logistics Service Providers (LSPs);
• Negotiating transport contracts, commercial terms and service agreements;
• Monitoring transport market trends, freight indices and procurement opportunities;
• Developing sourcing strategies across multiple transport modalities and logistics networks;
• Analysing transport data and driving continuous improvement initiatives;
• Increasing transparency, control and efficiency throughout the transportation network through data, reporting and systems.
• More than ten years of experience in freight sourcing, transport procurement, international tenders and complex contract negotiations within logistics networks;
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related field;
• Extensive experience within logistics, international transportation and supply chain environments;
• Strong knowledge of Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Order Management Systems OMS) and 4PL operating models, including EDI and API integrations;
• Proven track record in delivering structural cost savings and strengthening compliance within international supply chains;
• Experience with procurement platforms such as Coupa and familiarity with AEO compliance requirements;
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to combine strategic thinking and operational understanding;
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence management teams and international logistics partners.
• Competitive salary, aligned with your experience and expertise;
• 29 vacation days, with additional leave accrual from the age of 35 onwards;
• Annual budget of €250 for a personal initiative, association or charitable cause;
• Development opportunities and unlimited access to the GoodHabitz online learning platform;
• Discounted sports memberships and participation in a bicycle plan;
• 20% employee discount on the company's product range.

Head of Global Logistics Procurement

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