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BRBrenntag GmbH

Team Lead Inbound Transport & Import(m/w/x)

Essen
Full-timeOn-siteSenior

Managing inbound transport and import operations for a global chemical distributor. 4-6 years of relevant experience and team leadership skills required. Flexible working hours, mobile working, holiday pay, Christmas bonus, and pension scheme.

Requirements

  • 4–6 years relevant experience in inbound transport, import operations, or supply chain/logistics management
  • Proven team leadership and people management experience
  • Strong understanding of material flows, import processes, and transport channel management
  • Solid knowledge of import/export regulations and customs compliance
  • Experience managing multiple stakeholders across logistics, operations, and external service providers
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and coordination abilities

Tasks

  • Lead and manage inbound transport and import team
  • Achieve operational KPIs and process efficiency targets
  • Oversee transport planning and import operations
  • Manage freight forwarders, transport providers, and customs brokers
  • Ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards
  • Maintain stable, compliant, and cost-effective operations
  • Monitor operational performance through KPIs
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Foster accountability, collaboration, and process excellence
  • Provide performance reports and risk assessments
  • Develop and implement improvement plans
  • Authorize invoices for freight forwarding and customs brokerage
  • Train and coach Inbound Transport & Import personnel
  • Conduct regular team meetings
  • Support stakeholder communication across departments

Work Experience

  • 4 - 6 years

Education

  • Vocational certificationOR
  • Bachelor's degreeOR
  • Master's degree

Languages

  • EnglishBusiness Fluent

Benefits

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working hours
  • Mobile working

Bonuses & Incentives

  • Christmas bonus

Retirement Plans

  • Company-sponsored pension scheme

Parking & Commuter Benefits

  • Free employee parking
  • Convenient transport connections

Ergonomic Workplace

  • Modern and ergonomic workplaces

Free or Subsidized Food

  • Award-winning company restaurant

Snacks & Drinks

  • Complimentary coffee varieties

Healthcare & Fitness

  • Preventive health care offers
  • Running groups
  • Yoga courses

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days of holiday

Company Bike

  • Bike leasing
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