Transportmanager

Arvato

Echt-Susteren

On-site

EUR 36,649 - 67,886

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary between €3.284 and €6.083

Bonus scheme based on performance

25 vacation days, extendable to 28

Travel allowance

Laptop and phone

Discounts on gym and other benefits

Career growth in an international company

Job summary

A logistics company in the Netherlands is seeking a motivated Transport Manager to oversee transport operations and improve carrier performance. In this role, you'll manage contracts, improve transport networks, and monitor key performance indicators. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Logistics, alongside 6–9 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and opportunities for career growth in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

6–9 years of experience in transport or logistics.
Good English skills; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage and onboard carriers and review their performance.
Create and manage contracts, SOPs, and agreements.
Improve transport networks, routes, and planning.
Act as the main contact for carriers and solve issues.
Monitor KPIs like delivery time and capacity.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive mindset

Solution-oriented approach

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or similar

Tools

TMS

SAP

Job description

In this role in Echt, you work on smart transport solutions and help improve the supply chain every day. You make sure goods are delivered on time, safely, and in the most efficient way. You also develop and implement transport strategies to further improve efficiency.

You will work in a modern, international environment where we use advanced systems like TMS and WMS. You will work closely with global clients and carriers to create the best transport solutions.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, we’d love to have a conversation with you.

YOUR TASKS

As a Transport Manager, you are responsible for managing transport operations and improving carrier performance. You work closely with clients, carriers, and internal teams to build strong and efficient transport solutions.

Manage and onboard carriers and review their performance
Create and manage contracts, SOPs, and agreements
Improve transport networks, routes, and planning
Act as main contact for carriers and solve issues
Monitor KPIs like delivery time and capacity

You will be part of the Transport team and report to the Business Director. The team works closely together and supports each other to reach the best results.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Experience is important. But at Arvato, your development doesn’t stop. In this role, you work with modern supply chain systems in an environment where innovation and growth are key.

Through our learning center and training programs, you can develop yourself both professionally and personally.