Senior Transport Specialist

What you do

To strengthen our Supply Chain department, we are looking for a Senior Transport Specialist with 5 to 10 years of relevant experience. The primary focus of this role is transport expertise across air, sea, and road freight. In addition, you have a basic understanding of customs regulations and procedures.

You combine operational experience with a strong analytical and commercial mindset and play an active role in managing and optimizing transport costs, transport modalities, and supplier relationships within the Apparel division.

• End-to-end management and optimization of transport flows (air, sea, and road) within a national and international production environment.
• Selecting the most suitable transport modes based on cost, lead time, risk, and service level.
• Actively negotiating with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners regarding rates, contract terms, and transport conditions.
• Reviewing and validating invoices from all logistics partners.
• Analyzing transport costs and performance, and proposing concrete optimization initiatives.
• Identifying customs-related risks and supporting accurate documentation and compliance processes.
• Collaborating closely with logistics, operations, procurement, and finance teams.
• Monitoring market developments related to transport rates, capacity, and regulations.

Who you are

• You have obtained a degree at master's level.
• You have 5 to 10 years of relevant experience as a Transport Specialist, preferably within an industrial environment.
• You possess strong expertise in air, sea, and road transport and feel comfortable working in an international setting.
• You have a basic understanding of customs procedures and regulations.
• You are an experienced negotiator with proven experience in supplier and contract management.
• You have strong analytical skills and are able to translate data into well-founded decisions.
• You work in a structured, proactive, and autonomous manner, with attention to both detail and impact.
• You easily navigate complex organizational structures and collaborate effectively across different departments.
• You have a hands-on mentality: you are a practical, action-oriented person.
• You communicate fluently in Dutch and English. A good knowledge of French is considered a plus.

What to expect from us

• A traffic-free workplace in Ardooie.
• A full-time position in a financially stable, growing family business with international reach.
• An attractive salary package with fringe benefits such as meal vouchers, a 13th-month bonus, group insurance, the option for hospitalization insurance, bike leasing, and flexible compensation…
• Work in an innovative company that continuously invests in new products, facilities, and—most importantly—its people!
• Flexible working hours to ensure a good work-life balance, freely scheduled leave, and the possibility to work from home after thorough on-the-job training.
• Continuous development and growth opportunities through both internal and external training.
• Room for personal initiative.
• Fun company events.
• Last but not least: fantastic, passioenate colleagues who give their all every day!