Logistics Sourcing Specialist

Logistics Sourcing Specialist

Date: May 15, 2026

City: Zaandam State: Noord-Holland (NL-NH)
Country: Netherlands (NL)
Requisition Number: 45643

About the Role

We are looking for a driven and analytical Logistics Sourcing Specialist (EMEA) to join our team. In this role, you will support the development of a resilient, high-quality, and cost-effective supplier network for outsourced logistics services across our refinery operations.

You will play a key role in sourcing logistics capacity, optimizing freight solutions, and driving continuous improvement and innovation across our logistics activities—directly supporting our business strategy.

If you are a proactive logistics professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for sourcing and optimization, this is an opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Lead logistics sourcing activities across refineries in EMEA;
• Manage freight inquiries, award decisions within existing frameworks, and administration in SAP;
• Act as a trusted partner to Commercial teams, delivering fast and competitive freight solutions;
• Monitor supplier performance (e.g., OTIF), facilitate supplier reviews, and handle escalations;
• Support contract ownership for outsourced logistics services;
• Deliver data-driven insights and market intelligence to support decision-making;
• Contribute to supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives;
• Drive innovation and efficiency in logistics operations.

What You Bring to the role

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in logistics or supply chain roles;
• Experience in sourcing logistics services (bulk liquids and palletized goods preferred);
• Strong commercial mindset and entrepreneurial drive;
• Dutch and English language fluency;
• Solid knowledge of air, ocean, road, and inland waterway transport;
• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset;
• Highly structured, disciplined, and detail-oriented;
• Proficiency in SAP, Excel (advanced), and Power BI;
• Willingness to travel regularly across the EMEA region for supplier and customer visits (occasionally).