Netherlands Job Openings

Decathlon

Transport Manager

Tilburg

FULL TIME

October 18, 2024

We have opened our modern warehouse in 2021 and since then we have been shipping to our 21 stores in the Netherlands. To manage this in the best possible and efficient way we have a transport manager to guide this process. And we are currently searching for a new transport manager to overview this process, manage the tender for our carriers and be representative during negotiations between (internal and external) stakeholders and Decathlon.

Deadline for applying is 4 november 2024

Full-time · Tilburg
This is what you are going to do:
Our customers are changing and so are their purchasing habits. Having your sporting goods delivered has become a standard. Our customers are increasingly demanding: speed (deadlines), precision (delivery slots), reliability (promise), transparency (order tracking), etc.
As transport manager you have an important role in this process. You will play a key role for our business model and customer satisfaction. Through a solid communication and connection with the stores you are going to make sure the transport between our warehouse and stores are going well. This included planning, tender for (possible) carriers and negotiations to make sure transport goes in a efficiency and sustainable way.
Your responsibilities:
The responsibilities contains several topics where you will be responsible for in this role. This includes:
  • Transport strategy
    You will write the transport strategy for your scope, taking into account logistics projects and people, planet and profit targets. You will build and maintain a healthy, reliable and efficient panel of carriers, in line with purchasing policy. You will organise tenders and negotiations. You will propose and test different organization and solutions to build the most relevant transport organization. You do this while you keep the sustainability goals of Decathlon in mind.
  • Securing Transport Activity
    You will manage the scope's transport activity in line with customer needs and budget commitments. You will establish transport plans with partners, to ensure products are picked up at the right time, at the best cost, with the agreed quality. You will monitor and enforce regulation changes related to transport. You manage transport documentation (contracts, safety protocols, transport documents etc.).

  • Animation of the transport network
    You establish a relationship of trust with external partners, while respecting the company's values and compliance rules. You express the quality expected of our customers to the carrier. You extract, share & track key performance indicators necessary to functionally or contractually manage internal or external partners.
    Manage the carriers, debrief performance and guarantee the service level.
  • Optional: Team Lead
    You first focus will be transport (strategy, activity and animation). Later you can lead a team (in our warehouse) as well.

This is what it takes
️‍ ️ Obviously you have a passion for sports and like to work in a dynamic work environment
You have experience in and/or passion for Supply Chain, Logistics Management or Transport.
You have gained initial experience (2 years) in leading a team
Good command of the English language, spoken and written and are able to connect with external and internal stakeholders Dutch is advisable. You can be demanding but also friendly in your communication.
You have experience in project management, stakeholder management and financial/purchase projects.
You are available to work 5 days a week at our warehouse in Tilburg
After your onboarding period as transport manager you will be also, once a month, responsible for the warehouse (duty manager) in one of the shifts, this can also be in the evening or on the weekend.

This is what you will receive
Working at Decathlon offers you fun and growth. At Decathlon we work every day on our passion for sport, sustainable growth and a warm team feeling. What we offer in addition:
  • ️ Our sport culture dares you to sport even more and keep improving and developing
Reach your goals and grow within your job or Decathlon
A salary between €3250,- and €3750,- matching your experience and knowledge. You have the possibility to receive a monthly bonus, depending on national performance
You will receive 8% holiday payment and have 24 holidays per year
Score your sports gear with 20% discount in our (dutch) stores or online
Keep developing yourself with the Decathlon training programme
As a Decathlon employee you can become a shareholder of Decathlon.
You will receive travel allowance. You will receive €0,23 per km (max. 30 km single trip).
  • ️ You will have access to (sport)coaching! Decathlon gives you access to Open Up: a platform that helps you with training for a marathon or finding your body/health balance.
Yearly team events, parties and ski trips are ofcourse essential!
Where Decathlon stands for:
We are much more than a sports brand. Decathlon stands for a sustainable sports world. Our mission is 'to move people through the wonders of sports'. We make the positive effects of sport accessible to everyone. All our products, technologies and innovations are focused on a positive impact on people and the planet. In the shops you can rent things, have your sports gear repaired and buy second-hand products. Do you also have such a passion for the world of sports? Read more about our sustainable development here.



This is how the application works:
Press the button below, share your resume and apply!
Plan your questions for during the telephonic interview
First Match? Be ready for your interview in our warehouse
Match during the interview as well? You'll get invited for a 2nd round
You will receive a contract proposal
Become part of our sportive and passionate warehouse team
Deadline for applying is 4 november 2024

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