Shipping Coordinator

OTT HydroMet; Delft; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

OTT HydroMet is seeking a Shipping Coordinator to ensure efficient shipping operations at our Delft production site. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and have a foundational understanding of logistics.

This temporary position may evolve into a permanent role. Responsibilities include coordinating shipments, preparing documentation, and monitoring deliveries while ensuring compliance with shipping regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track shipments with carriers and teams.
• Prepare export documentation.
• Monitor deliveries and resolve issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Logistics knowledge

Problem-solving

Proficiency in ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in logistics or supply chain management

Tools

Shipping software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kipp & Zonen is a world leader in sensors, stations and intelligent networks for solar energy, hydrology and meteorology. Our solutions provide valuable insights that help water and weather experts protect lives, the environment and infrastructure. We serve customers around the world with sales and service coverage in more than 90 countries and manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany and the Netherlands.

This well‑matured and dynamic position opening for a new colleague to join our team as Shipping Coordinator. This role will be based in our production site in Delft, Netherlands and will start on a temporary basis (one‑year contract) with the intention for a fixed term. As a Shipping Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of our shipping operations. Your primary responsibility will be to coordinate and monitor the shipment of goods, from the initial order placement to final delivery, while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of logistics.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track shipments with carriers and internal teams
• Prepare export documentation (packing lists, certificates, customs docs)
• Monitor deliveries and proactively resolve issues or delays
• Proactively identify and resolve shipping‑related problems or discrepancies to minimize delays and ensure customer satisfaction
• Support stakeholders with freight pricing and shipment updates
• Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations
• Drive process improvements and optimize logistics operations

Essential Requirements/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification; Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities, with a proactive approach to resolving shipping‑related issues.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in using shipping software, inventory management systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong knowledge of shipping and freight forwarding processes, including domestic and international shipping regulations.
• Good and mature communication skills, in Dutch and English language verbally as written.