Regional Transport Manager (France)

Welcome to Action, where innovation meets excellence in the world of logistics! As a rapidly growing and dynamic organization, we are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to join our team as a Regional Transport Manager.
At Action, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional value to our customers, and the Regional Transport Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of goods across our operational landscape. This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a company that values passion, creativity, and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
 

Your daily Action

The Regional Transport Manager (France) holds a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating all operational transport activities within the distribution center in France. This position involves not only the meticulous management of Transport contracts with our Transport service providers on a day-to-day basis but also a strategic focus on enhancing store distribution within the country. A key responsibility includes the efficient management of fleet damages to ensure optimal utilization of our trailers. The incumbent will collaborate closely with Transport service providers, the central transport team in The Netherlands, store operations, and country management. Reporting to the transport manager Europe, this role maintains a dotted line to the supply chain manager of the respective country. Join us in this dynamic position where your contributions will be instrumental in shaping and optimizing our transport operations in France.
 

Meet your Team

As the Regional Transport Manager for France, your role involves working closely with individuals across various functions, including Transport Service Providers (TSP’s), the central transport team in the Netherlands, store operations, and country management. Cultivate strong relationships with Transport Service Providers, negotiating terms and addressing operational challenges collaboratively. Your adept relationship management skills will be crucial in ensuring a smooth and efficient transport network, meeting the demands of both stores and distribution centers.

Support the Local Store Managers and the Supply Chain Manager by proactively addressing day-to-day challenges that may escalate. Your role is not just about managing logistics but actively contributing to the success of the entire supply chain by providing solutions and support when needed.
 

This is you

This is a highly autonomous role; you must excel in contract management. Operational experience is also crucial; you need to understand the dynamics of a distribution center. Experience with a Planning or Dispatching team would be an added advantage.

• You feel at home in a dynamic, vibrant environment. Your affinity with systems and your curiosity enable you to familiarise yourself with systems and processes in no time. You also take a structured approach to your work and have strong leadership skills. 
• HBO level in thinking and action in  Logistics, Supply Chain or similar
• 10 years’ work experience in the similar field.
• An affinity for process improvements
• A good command of English and French. Spanish is a plus.
• In this role, you will frequently travel to various DCs. Be prepared to account for this every other week.
• Location: South of France

What we offer

You will work in a team of professionals within an international environment. The rapid growth of the organization continues continuously. Not only is Action growing, but there are also career opportunities for you to develop within the company. Furthermore: 

• Market-based salary based on a 38-hour work week
• Flexible working hours in coordination with the direct manager
• Extensive range of education and training at our own Action Academy
• A company laptop and mobile phone
• A company car
• This will be a French contract
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How we contribute to society

As a retailer with millions of enthusiastic customers, we take our responsibility for people and the environment. That is why we invest in solutions that reduce the impact on the environment and ensure better production conditions in the countries where we operate and manufacture. Click here for more information. 
 

Interested?

Take action and apply now!
The next steps:

1. Our recruiter will review your application and get back to you as soon as possible.
2. We invite you for a first job interview.
3. We would like to get to know you better, which is why we ask you to take an online assessment.
4. We will invite you for a second interview and we will discuss your assessment
5. Are will still a great match? Then we will become new colleagues!

 
Contact our recruiter for more information!