Vacature omschrijving
BedrijfsomschrijvingBased in Enkhuizen, this organization operates globally in seed and vegetable R&D, delivering high-quality products with a focus on compliance, efficiency, and teamwork.
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Working hours
Full-time: 08:00 – 17:00
FunctieomschrijvingBe a strategic driver in global R&D logistics and ensure the flawless movement of biological and seed materials worldwide. Earn €18.33 gross per hour, plus travel allowance, pension, and free development opportunities via the Manpower Academy. 👉 Apply now!
Employment agency Manpower is looking for a Logistics Analyst & Shipment Specialist for a company in Enkhuizen.
This role is the strategic engine behind global R&D logistics excellence. You ensure timely, compliant, and seamless movement of biological and seed materials, transforming shipping operations with data-driven insights, system optimization, and proactive risk management. Your work directly supports innovation and sustainability initiatives worldwide.
Your key responsibilities include:
Data Analysis & System Optimization (10%)
- Analyze logistics data and generate actionable insights
- Maintain dashboards in Power BI and Tableau to support decision-making
- Collaborate with IT and global operations to optimize ERP, TMS, and WMS systems
Global Shipping & Operational Planning (60%)
- Coordinate end-to-end shipment of seeds and biological materials worldwide
- Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs, and phytosanitary standards
- Maintain shipment quality, traceability, and packaging standards
- Plan and optimize inbound/outbound flows aligned with research schedules
- Identify risks and implement preventive measures
- Investigate deviations and implement corrective actions
- Continuous Improvement & Leadership (15%)
- Standardize and optimize global logistics processes
- Lead Lean Six Sigma and digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and compliance
Stakeholder Collaboration (15%)
- Serve as the key liaison between R&D, Commercial, P&S, and IT
- Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
- Influence decisions with data-driven insights and operational expertise
Continuous Improvement & Leadership (15%)
- Standardize and optimize global logistics processes
- Lead Lean Six Sigma and digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and compliance
What’s in it for you
- Gross salary of €18.33 per hour
- Travel allowance according to company policy
- Full-time position
- Temporary contract via Manpower
- Free development opportunities via Manpower Academy (over 200 online courses)
- Pension through Manpower
Functie-eisen
- Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, data analysis, or a related field (certifications such as APICS, PMP, or Six Sigma preferred)
- Minimum three years relevant experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, preferably in an R&D or regulated international environment
- Proven experience in managing and optimizing end-to-end global shipment processes
- Strong project management and cross-functional leadership experience
- Advanced analytical and visualization skills (Power BI, Tableau, Excel)
- Knowledge of ERP, TMS, and WMS systems, including process optimization
- Excellent communication and influencing skills; ability to translate operational data into actionable insights
- High ownership, initiative, and precision; thrives in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment
- Global mindset with intercultural sensitivity and collaborative leadership style
Take the next step in driving global R&D logistics excellence! Apply today and Manpower will contact you within two working days.
SollicitatieprocedureWil je meer informatie of heb je vragen over deze vacature neem dan contact op met Robin van Loon via sollicitaties@manpower.nl of bel 088 282-8128.