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Greif

Global industrial packaging manufacturer and services

Transport Manager

Logistics & TransportationPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeEde, NetherlandsIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A higher professional education qualification in Business Administration, Logistics, or a comparable field is required.
  • A VCA-VOL certificate is required.
  • NIWO certification is required.
  • A course or demonstrable knowledge of driving-time regulations is required.
  • Knowledge of applicable transport laws and regulations is required.
  • At least five years of relevant work experience is required.
  • Extensive experience with ERP packages is required.
  • Experience with digital planning systems is required.
  • Knowledge of different transport modes and transport solutions is required.
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required.
  • Fluency in spoken and written Dutch and English is required.
  • Ownership and a sense of responsibility are required.
  • An independent and proactive working style is required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
  • The candidate must be a team player who can take a directive approach when needed.
  • The candidate must be resilient and effective under time pressure.
  • A structured and analytical approach, with a focus on continuous improvement, is required.
  • A strong focus on safety, quality, and customer service is required.

Responsibilities

  • Take overall responsibility for transport planning and directing drivers.
  • Ensure transport is carried out safely, efficiently, and optimally.
  • Lead, coach, and motivate planners, drivers, and mechanics.
  • Establish and maintain structure in the planning system, including agreements on delivery times, sequence, capacity, and lead times.
  • Optimize short- and long-term planning.
  • Develop, implement, and embed process improvements.
  • Make pricing agreements with transport companies.
  • Manage the fleet, including permits, insurance, and maintenance.
  • Determine whether truck maintenance is performed internally or externally.
  • Coordinate delivery days, delivery times, transport types, and carriers.
  • Maintain clear communication channels with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Prepare management reports on transport performance, costs, safety, and personnel.
  • Ensure planners and drivers receive timely training, education, and qualification.
  • Conduct annual and development conversations.
  • Implement the sickness-absence policy.
  • Ensure the workshop is safe, clean, and well maintained.
  • Monitor compliance with legal requirements and Greif policies concerning safety, working conditions, and the environment.
  • Take corrective action when necessary to prevent unsafe situations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficiency in spoken and written German and French is preferred.

About the Company

Greif

Global industrial packaging manufacturer and services

Greif is a global supplier of industrial packaging products and services. It makes steel, plastic, and fibre drums; intermediate bulk containers; reconditioned containers; containerboard and paperboard; tubes and cores; and various packaging accessories. It also provides filling, packaging, and related services to many industries and manages timber properties in the southeastern United States. With operations in more than 35 countries, Greif serves both global and regional customers. The company’s goal is to be the best performing customer service company in the world by delivering reliable packaging solutions and value-added services that help customers move, store, and protect their products.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Delaware, OH
Founded
1877

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