Transport Supervisor

• Lead European freight operations and transportation strategy
• Drive cost efficiency and service performance improvements

Our client is a global manufacturer and supplier of sleep products and accessories based in Roosendaal. The company serves major retail, hospitality, and e‑commerce customers, with a focus on innovation, quality, and large‑scale manufacturing.

• Oversee daily freight and transportation operations across Europe, with a key focus on the Roosendaal area
• Lead, coach, and develop transportation and logistics teams to drive high performance
• Coordinate with logistics and business teams to ensure efficient routes, schedules, and on‑time customer deliveries
• Prepare freight budgets twice per year and monitor monthly spend and cost performance
• Track and report on key transportation KPIs, service levels, and cost efficiency
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, including hazardous materials, temperature‑controlled transport, customs, and internal policies
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives through benchmarking, supplier collaboration, and process optimization
• Support the development and execution of regional transportation strategies aligned with business needs
• Lead transportation‑related projects and resolve operational issues promptly and effectively
• Align distribution center capacity with demand and operational priorities
• Maintain accurate records of transportation activities and costs
• Support Lean initiatives and actively participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement programs

A successful Transport supervisor should have:

• Bachelor's degree (HBO) in Transport, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• At least 5 years in logistics, transportation, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of people management or supervisory experience
• Strong logical and structured working style
• Solid knowledge of freight markets and carrier networks
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to solve problems and propose practical solutions
• Comfortable working independently and managing priorities
• Advanced MS Office skills; SAP experience preferred
• Experience with change management and continuous improvement

Our client offers you:

• A competitive salary ranging between €60,000 and €82,500 per annum.
• Opportunities for career growth
• A supportive and professional working environment
• Comprehensive training and development programmes.
• Generous holiday leave and other benefits.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Transport Supervisor, we encourage you to apply today.