Location: Hoboken, Belgium (Very occasional presence in Brussels or Olen may be requested)
Contract Type: Temporary assignment (initial contract until end of 2026, with possibility for extension)
Start Date: ASAP (April or May)
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Open to: Junior and Medior profiles
Role Overview:
Join a well-established multinational materials technology organization as a Maritime Export Expeditor. Play a pivotal role within the Maritime Forwarding team, responsible for the compliant, safe, cost-efficient, and timely transport of goods - including hazardous materials and waste streams - for various business units. This position is crucial for operational continuity and offers the opportunity for long-term collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and follow up on export files from start to finish for multiple business units
- Prepare, collect, and verify all required transport documentation for accuracy and completeness
- Proactively communicate with internal and external stakeholders
- Organize maritime export transport and coordinate storage or transshipment as needed
- Ensure that goods arrive safely, compliantly, and cost-efficiently at their destination, strictly adhering to IMDG/ADR and waste regulations
- Gather information on new transport opportunities and suggest potential process improvements for greater efficiency
- Maintain an overview and manage multiple export files simultaneously, remaining solution-oriented under time pressures
Requirements:
Technical:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics Management, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience
- Strong command of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, SharePoint)
- Experience with transport software (Stream ILS is a plus, not required)
- Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, Incoterms, transport & customs documentation, and hazardous goods/waste regulations
- Prior experience as an expediter or junior logistics professional (school leavers in logistics also welcome)
Non-Technical:
- Strong problem-solving skills (priority for the hiring manager)
- Flexible, customer-oriented, and stress-resistant attitude
- Clear, professional communication at all levels, particularly under unexpected changes or time pressure
- Positive, proactive mindset toward continuous improvement
- Ability to maintain structure and overview while managing multiple files
Language Requirements:
- Fluent in Dutch
- Fluent in English
Benefits:
- Opportunity to join a reputable global business in a vital operations role
- Exposure to international logistics and complex supply chain management
- Collaborative team environment
- Potential for long-term engagement
If you're ready to step into a dynamic role supporting major logistics activities, apply today!