Team leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU)

Vanderlande; Veghel; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics automation firm in Veghel is looking for a Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) to lead a team, optimize global shipping plans, and ensure efficient delivery. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and strong leadership skills, with experience in global forwarding. The role offers a competitive salary of €6,200 to €7,700 per month and various perks including vacation days and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

40 vacation days

Flexible working hours

Hybrid workplace

Health & Wellbeing budget of €300

Commuting allowance

Collective pension scheme

On-site company health centres

Vanderlande Academy for training

Company restaurant and coffee bar

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing and developing teams.
• Knowledge about global forwarding and incoterms.

Responsibilities

• Lead the intermodal transport team (non-EU).
• Create global shipping plans to optimize freight efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs and support improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong stakeholder management skills

Planning and organization skills

Result oriented

Excellent communication in English

Leadership skills

Highly analytical

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain, logistics or operations

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU)

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team and shape the future of global transport at Vanderlande? This role offers the chance to influence international logistics, optimize supply chains, and work with cutting-edge solutions within a fast-growing, innovative company.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and enthusiastic Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) to join our team at Vanderlande. As a key member of our global supply chain organization, you will ensure the efficient and effective delivery of goods worldwide.

What will you be doing?

As a Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) within Vanderlande, you will lead a team of shipping managers and forwarding officers to set up global shipping plans using four modalities (air, ocean, road and rail) and manage the operational execution by the forwarding officers. You will work from Veghel and be willing to travel when needed (max 5% of your time). You are part of the Contracts and Routing Team and report to the Manager Contract, Routing & Forwarding. You create the right conditions for the team to excel; you monitor the bigger picture and encourage collaboration, a culture of continuous improvement, and customer orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the intermodal transport team (non-EU)
• Create (global) shipping plans – optimize freight efficiency and minimize costs
• Project owner and end responsible for execution
• Ensure freight costs stay within budget
• Set clear priorities, objectives, and development opportunities
• Monitor KPIs and support improvement initiatives
• Coordinate with internal departments and external partners
• Create a stimulating work environment
• Act as a sparring partner for management and stakeholders

You are fulfilling the role of shipping manager as well (part-time) in this function:

• Determine the best shipping plan in consultation with project management, supply chain, and procurement
• Able to advise on strategies regarding duties & taxes related to global shipping
• Determine and negotiate the transport and packaging costs for projects and the associated risk assessment
• Monitor and analyze spending to optimize freight costs and ensure financial compliance

• Ensure trade compliance with (country-specific) transportation requirements
• Support procurement- and manufacturing teams on inbound flow from external suppliers
• Steer on continuous improvement and KPI’s and improve sustainability within the department
• Closely monitor projects, measure (internal) performances and adjust accordingly
• Contribute to the transportation strategy by focusing on efficiency, reliability and innovation

What do we ask from you?

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in supply chain, Logistics or Operations
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Planning and organization skills
• Being result oriented
• Knowledge about global forwarding (trade lanes, export documentation required), incoterms and the impact on duties & taxes
• An excellent communicator in English (and preferably also in Dutch)
• Strong leadership skills, with proven experience in managing and developing teams
• Highly analytical, process-oriented, and accustomed to working in a dynamic, international environment

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports and in the parcel market. We are also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of Team Leader Intermodal Transport (Non-EU) you will have the chance to contribute to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with room for personal development. This role accommodates junior, mid and senior candidates and features a competitive salary range of €6,200.00 up to €7,700.00 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance) with a comprehensive travel allowance. There is potential for growth beyond this range based on performance.

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
• Flexible working hours
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300 per calendar year
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
• Working from home allowance
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
• Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives
• A company restaurant and coffee bar with barista

Your application

To apply, complete the application form and upload your CV and covering letter. For more information, contact Britt Laarhoven at +31 413 – 49 33 73.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.