Head of Logistics I Dutch

Nedstar; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily lunches

Flexible working arrangements

Language courses

Coaching and development

Company events and trips

Company boat access

Job summary

Head of Logistics at Nedstar in Amsterdam leads the end-to-end logistics for a fast-growing global trading company. You design scalable structures, upgrade teams, and implement systems that turn logistics into a competitive advantage.

Reporting directly to executive leadership, you balance hands-on execution with long-term strategy, building processes, dashboards, and KPI tracking to accelerate commercial growth while maintaining reliability and cost discipline.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in logistics or supply chain.
• 3–5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven ability to build and scale teams.
• Strong architect mindset: design before optimize.
• Process and systems thinking with automation focus.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end logistics and scale a world-class operation.
• Architect a scalable logistics organization and upgrade the team.
• Set up dashboards, KPIs, and performance tracking.
• Ensure full shipment visibility and control.
• Build relationships with suppliers and carriers.
• Enable commercial growth through logistics excellence.

Skills

End-to-end logistics

Leadership

Dutch and English fluent

Strategic planning

Automation mindset

Job description

Job description

Build. Own. Scale.

Do you speak Dutch and English, do you have experience in container sea freight and global logistics flow?

We are looking for a Head of Logistics who will architect, build, and scale a world-class logistics operation in a fast-growing global trading company.

You are comfortable being deep in operations while simultaneously building strategy, structure, and scalability. You don’t choose between hands‑on execution and long‑term thinking: you do both.

This is a build role. You take full ownership of end-to-end logistics. You design the structure, upgrade the team, implement scalable systems, and turn logistics into a competitive advantage.

This role is hands‑on. You lead from the front, solve problems yourself, and set the execution standard.

You are operating at the center of the business and directly contributing to company-wide success.

About the role and key responsibilities

Your mission is to build and scale a high-performance logistics organization that enables commercial growth.

Your main responsibilities include:

• Own and run end-to-endlogisticsoperations
• Architect and build a scalablelogisticsorganization
• Assess team capacity and upgrade where needed
• Build a self-sufficient, high-performance team
• Implement smart processes, systems, and automation
• Continuously ask:what can be improved ,simplifiedorautomated?
• Drive cost efficiency and operational reliability
• Ensure full shipment visibility and control
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and carriers
• Enable the commercial team,logistics should accelerate growth, not block it
• Set up dashboards, KPIs, and performance tracking

Why this role matters

• Youoperateat thecenter of commercial success
• Your impact isdirect, visible, and measurable
• You havefull ownership, autonomy, and decision‑making power
• You build something that scales globally

We are active in 84+ countries and growing fast. The scope is large, the structure is still being built, and we are only getting started. The sky is the limit.

Your profile

What you bring

• 7–10 years of experience inlogisticsor supply chain
• At least 3–5 years in a leadership role(Lead, Manager, or Head of)
• Fluency in English and Dutch ;additionallanguages are a plus
• Proven ability to build and scale teams into self-sufficient units
• Strong architect mindset,you design before youoptimize
• Process and systems thinker
• Strong focus on automation and smart ways of working
• Comfortable being deep in operations while simultaneously building strategy, structure, and scalability
• Ownership,you take full responsibility for outcomes
• Hands‑on leadership,you execute, not delegate from a distance
• Strong stakeholder management (Sales, Finance, external partners)
• Analytical and cost-driven
• Tech‑savvy with a continuous improvement mindset
• Able to balance commercial, operational, financial, and risk considerations

What we are looking for

Who you are

• Entrepreneurial and proactive
• High standards,good is not good enough
• Direct and clear communicator
• Growth mindset
• Resilient under pressure
• Able to balance short‑term execution with long‑term thinking
• Strong partner to Sales and Finance
• Trustworthy, accountable, and results‑driven

What is in it for you?

What’s in it for you?

At Nedstar, we cultivate a strong and vibrant team culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. You will work in a dynamic environment that encourages new ideas and gives you the space to make real impact.

As a fast‑growing company, we offer significant opportunities for both professional and personal development. This role is designed to grow with you as you expand your scope, increase your impact, and further develop your leadership.

What we offer

• Career impact: Shape your path in a dynamic company where your work directly influences our success and culture.
• Development opportunities: Benefit from a focus on personal growth with access to language classes, training, and coaching.
• Attractive salary: Enjoy a competitive salary package with secondary benefits, reflecting our commitment to your well‑being and professional value.
• Flexible working arrangements: Experience flexibility in your schedule, promoting well‑being.If you like to do sports during working hours, we encourage you to do so.
• Vibrant work environment: Work in a historic canal house in Amsterdam, on theHerengrachtwith an open, fun culture, free daily lunches, and regular social events.
• Fun activities: Enjoy Friday afternoon drinks, yearly company trips, boating with the Nedstar company boat, and much more.

We’re currently focusing on candidates already authorized to work in the EU (no visa sponsorship available).