Your new company
Our client, Volvo Trucks in Ghent, is the largest truck manufacturer within the Volvo Group worldwide. Nearly 3,000 colleagues work daily to assemble top-quality trucks.
Innovation and continuous improvement have been at the heart of their operations since day one.
They strongly believe in the principles of Lean Manufacturing, where quality, safety, and environmental care always come first.
The site in Oostakker consists of many different departments, but one thing unites them all:
a shared passion for their work.
Your new role
At Volvo Group, logistics is more than just moving parts, it’s about shaping the future of transport and society.
As a Transport Material Coordinator, you play a central role in operations. You ensure that every part arrives at the right place at exactly the right time. You’ll be a key player in driving innovation, efficiency, and sustainability across the global supply chain.
Your responsibilities include:
* Leading and coordinating the transport of parts from global suppliers to the end customer
* Acting as the point of contact for operational questions, customer requests, and logistical challenges
* Organizing urgent transport solutions quickly and accurately
* Resolving transport issues such as late deliveries or missing documents
* Monitoring customs and invoicing processes to ensure compliance and efficiency
* Collaborating across departments and countries on impactful projects that keep production lines running
* Tracking the performance of external logistics partners and making adjustments where needed
Your profile
* You speak fluent English, Dutch is a strong plus!
* You hold a higher education degree or have relevant experience
* You are proactive and naturally positive
* You have solid Excel skills
* and are eager to learn internal systems
* You are willing to work early or late shifts 2 out of every 6 weeks; the other 4 weeks follow a regular daytime schedule
* You are a true team player with strong communication skills
What you'll get in return
You’ll be on the front line of international logistics, making a direct impact. You’ll contribute strategically to process improvements and continuously develop your own skills through lifelong learning.
You’ll be working at one of the most renowned logistics departments — not just in Belgium, but worldwide.