Logistics Coordinator

Michael Page; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Logistics Coordinator in Amsterdam for an international consumer goods environment. You will coordinate daily logistics activities to ensure on-time, in-quantity deliveries to customers.

You will handle shipments, documentation, SAP postings and work with warehouses, carriers and 3PL partners. The role emphasizes proactive problem solving and cross-functional collaboration in an international setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing or a similar environment.
• A degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with transport and shipping documentation and day-to-day logistics coordination.
• Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders and/or third-party logistics providers.
• Experience with an ERP system; SAP is a strong advantage.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and able to work under pressure.
• Customer-focused, adaptable and comfortable working in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating shipments, loading activities and deliveries with warehouses, carriers and internal stakeholders.
• Tendering shipments to carriers and freight forwarders.
• Preparing and sending transport and shipping documentation.
• Monitoring open orders and deliveries and proactively resolving delays or disruptions.
• Managing returns, damages and inventory discrepancies.
• Coordinating with third-party logistics providers and warehouses.
• Supporting freight cost control and invoice resolution.
• Maintaining transportation rates and routes in SAP.
• Executing SAP inventory and logistics postings.
• Supporting inventory reconciliations, cycle counts and annual stock counts.
• Providing documentation and information for internal and external audits.

Skills

Logistics coordination

Stakeholder management

MS Office

English proficiency

Education

Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Job description

• International environment & career growth


• Broad logistics role with real responsibility

About Our Client

Our client is an international manufacturer of food ingredients and a trusted partner for sweetening and preservation solutions used in consumer products worldwide. The organisation operates in an international environment and works closely with customers, production facilities, warehouses, carriers and logistics service providers across different markets.

Job Description

As a Logistics Coordinator, you will coordinate daily logistics activities to ensure finished goods are delivered to customers on time, in the correct quantity and condition.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating shipments, loading activities and deliveries with warehouses, carriers and internal stakeholders.


• Tendering shipments to carriers and freight forwarders.


• Preparing and sending transport and shipping documentation.


• Monitoring open orders and deliveries and proactively resolving delays or disruptions.


• Managing returns, damages and inventory discrepancies.


• Coordinating with third-party logistics providers and warehouses.


• Supporting freight cost control and invoice resolution.


• Maintaining transportation rates and routes in SAP.


• Executing SAP inventory and logistics postings.


• Supporting inventory reconciliations, cycle counts and annual stock counts.


• Providing documentation and information for internal and external audits.

The Successful Applicant

• 2+ years of experience in Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehousing or a similar environment.


• A degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Business Administration or a related field is preferred.


• Experience with transport and shipping documentation and day-to-day logistics coordination.


• Experience working with carriers, freight forwarders and/or third-party logistics providers.


• Experience with an ERP system; SAP is a strong advantage.


• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.


• Good knowledge of MS Office.


• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Proactive, solution-oriented and able to work under pressure.


• Customer-focused, adaptable and comfortable working in an international environment.

What's on Offer

• €40,000 - €45,000 per year, depending on experience.


• Permanent position within an international organisation.


• International and collaborative working environment.


• Cross-functional exposure across Logistics, Supply Chain and other departments.


• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.