Shared Services Specialist

Shared Services Specialist

Almelo, Netherlands

Join our team as a Shared Services Specialist in our Distribution Centre in Almelo.

As a Shared Services Specialist, you will play an important role in supporting the smooth day-to-day flow of our distribution operations. You will work closely with Customer Service, warehouse teams, carriers and other internal stakeholders to coordinate orders, shipments and operational priorities.

This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail is critical. We are looking for someone who not only completes tasks accurately, but also thinks ahead, identifies potential risks and looks for opportunities to improve the way we work.

Let's Talk About The Role

As a Shared Services Specialist, you will:

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing orders and support daily shipment planning.
• Arrange customer delivery bookings and support transport activities.
• Work closely with Customer Service on delivery issues, priorities and operational requirements.
• Prepare and manage export and other operational documentation.
• Monitor day-to-day activities and proactively identify potential risks or issues.
• Investigate recurring operational problems and contribute to sustainable solutions.
• Communicate and coordinate with different stakeholders across the Distribution Centre and wider organisation.
• Support operational reporting and maintain accurate information across relevant systems.
• Contribute to process improvements and operational projects as your knowledge of the DC develops.
• Help create and maintain clear processes, work instructions and documentation.

Skills for Success

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Around 1 to 3 years of relevant professional experience in logistics, warehousing, transport, shipping, order management, Customer Service or another operational environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work accurately in a dynamic environment.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, switch between tasks and refocus without losing accuracy.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to identify risks and think beyond immediate tasks.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Good written and spoken English
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with different teams and stakeholders.
• A customer-focused mindset combined with an understanding of operational priorities.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Confidence learning and working with different operational systems.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Previous experience within a warehouse, distribution centre or logistics environment.
• Experience with transport coordination, customer bookings, shipping or export documentation.
• Experience with Microsoft 365, WMS, Salesforce or comparable operational systems.
• Exposure to continuous improvement or operational projects.
• An interest in understanding processes and finding better ways of working.
• Knowledge of Dutch, or a willingness to learn and develop your understanding of Dutch.

What's In It For You?

• An international and inclusive working environment within VF.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and grow within the organisation.
• Attractive employee discounts and other VF benefits.
• Pension and insurance benefits in line with applicable Dutch employment conditions.
• Commuting allowance and free onsite parking.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and programmes.
  

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Hiring Range:

€40,204.80 EUR - €50,256.00 EUR

annually