Trade Support Specialist

Van Caem Klerks Group; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office bar Fridays

Complimentary lunch daily

Boat canal trips

Team-building events

Job summary

Van Caem Klerks Group in Amsterdam is seeking a Trade Support Specialist to join a fast-paced, international trading team. You will enter import orders in Navision, coordinate with Traders, suppliers and warehouses, and manage logistics planning for air and sea freight while ensuring accurate stock checks.

The role is 100% on-site in Amsterdam, requiring English fluency and a proactive, team-oriented mindset. The company offers an international environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Fluent English is required for daily communicating with suppliers and traders.
• Experience in trade support, logistics, or related fields is a plus.
• Understanding of trade operations, supply chain processes, and documentation.
• Knowledge of import/export documentation and Incoterms is beneficial.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to collaborate within a team and work independently when needed.
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and acting proactively.
• Excellent communication skills and problem solving.
• Residing in the Netherlands, ideally in the Amsterdam area.
• Experience with Navision/Business Central is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enter import orders in Navision, process orders, and coordinate with Traders, suppliers and warehouses.
• Support sales by handling logistics and stock checks.
• Plan international transport by air and sea and oversee freight.
• Check and assign stock and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Collaborate with team daily in a fast-paced office setting.

Skills

Fluent English

Trade support experience

Logistics knowledge

Incoterms knowledge

Strong decision-making

Team collaboration

Prioritization skills

Communication skills

Amsterdam resident

Tools

Navision/Business Central

Job description

Van Caem Klerks Group is an international trading company operating within global markets. Van Caem Klerks Group buys and sells A-branded goods in a variety of different categories, namely: Liquor, Fragrance, and FMCG (Toiletries, Food and Professional Haircare). We are a service-oriented company with over 50 years of experience in the import/export industry. Our head office is in the heart of Amsterdam, with our international office in Curacao. We have 2 of our own warehouses strategically placed near the Port of Rotterdam which helps us provide the best and most efficient service.

Van Caem Klerks Group has a turnover of over 300 million. Despite this, we maintain an informal, flat organizational structure that prioritizes employee growth and progression. We pride ourselves on our international focus, with representation from over 30 nationalities among our 150 employees.

We are seeking a Trade Support Specialist to be part of our fast-paced team!

As a Trade Support Specialist, your main duties include entering import orders in Navision, processing orders, and coordinating with Traders, suppliers, and warehouses. You play a crucial role in supporting our sales team. You'll also manage logistics, overseeing tasks like planning international transport, air, and sea freight, as well as checking and assigning stock. This position also involves working in the office every day, as extensive teamwork is required for the tasks.

What do we look for in a candidate?

• Fluency in English.
• Previous experience in trade support, logistics, or a related field is a plus.
• Understanding of trade operations, supply chain management, and logistics processes.
• Knowledge of import & export documentation, and Incoterms is a plus.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team while also working independently when needed.
• Capacity to prioritize tasks and act proactively.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to think outside the box.
• Residing in the Netherlands, ideally in the Amsterdam area.
• Experience with Navision/Business Central is a plus

What do we offer?

We offer an exciting, challenging job in a young and international environment located in an amazing office in Amsterdam. After a busy week we take a trip through the Amsterdam canals on our own boat, we enjoy drinks in our office bar every Friday, and we organize great parties and team-building events couple of times a year. Furthermore, our in-house chef prepares complimentary lunch daily.

This job is 100% on-site.

Candidates outside the Netherlands will not be included in the selection process.