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Location(s): 

Hattem, NL

Function:  Supply Chain Management
Job Category:  Other

Logistics Team Lead


Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

Welcome at QuantiParts, a Wärtsilä company!

 

QuantiParts is the Original Engine Manufacturer (OEM) for 12 classic Wärtsilä engine brands. We support our customers in theglobal Marine and Energy businesses with the best technical know-how and supply of genuine spare parts for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a 24/7 basis.

 

We are now looking for a

 

Team leader Transport & Customs

 

to lead a team of 3 transportation coordinators and the daily operational activities within the department. You oversee all foreign and special transports and provides the necessary administrative support, including all customs and VAT-related activities associated with the national and international shipment of goods.You will report to the Manager Warehouse and work with a high-performance team consisting of Warehouse Handlers, Warehouse Administrators, Quality, Sales and Purchasing colleagues.

 

What are your main tasks and responsibilities?

 

The QuantiParts Team leader Transport & Customs is:

 

  • Leading the team of transportation coordinators;
  • Checking Delivery and Sales orders for accuracy and completeness.
  • Informing Warehouse and Sales of any irregularities and corrects and completes the shipment
  • Proposing improvement plans for the transportation department;Informing QP's organisation about transportation market trends and particularities;
  • First point of contact for CEVA for operational topics. 

 

To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:

 

  • Bachelor level and 3+ years of experience in leading a transport team
  • Experience to determine the appropriate transport options and applicable resources for road, rail, water and air transport, and the transport insurance;
  • Expert knowledge of export documents and applicable legislation for creating export documents;
  • Knowledge of the quality, safety and environmental regulations for the national and international transport sector;
  • Good organisation and communication skills - ability to effectively make decisions;
  • A customer minded and service-oriented attitude with Can-Do mentality;
  • Dutch is the main communication language within the company, but due to our international network, fluency in English is required as well.

 

Why you and us?

 

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone tovoice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where youcan feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

 

Contact & next steps

 

We hope to hear from you soon, by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout.

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

 

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At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

 

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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