Job Description
Our Values
At Frasers Group, we dare to think differently. Joining us means you will:
* Own it and back yourself
* Think without limits and take the team with you
* Be relevant and impactful
Your Mission
Based in Saintes (Belgium) and overseeing flows from our Austrian Distribution Centre, you will lead all transport activities across the Central & Eastern Europe region. Your role is pivotal in ensuring reliable, cost‑efficient, compliant, and scalable transport operations that support our rapid growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
* Define and execute the CEE transport strategy aligned with cost, service, sustainability, and scalability targets.
* Design and optimise regional transport networks, lanes, and cross‑border flows.
Carrier Management
* Lead sourcing, tendering, negotiations, and performance management of carriers.
* Drive cost‑to‑serve optimisation and ensure strong operational partnerships.
Operational Excellence
* Oversee daily transport activities and ensure robust processes, continuous improvements, and efficient KPI performance (OTIF, cost per shipment, CO₂ intensity, claims rate).
* Implement new tools and systems to support data‑driven decision making.
Compliance & Risk Management
* Ensure strong compliance across all CEE transport activities (customs, Incoterms, POUS, CBAM, CO₂ reporting, SENT, EKAER, UIT, etc.).
* Anticipate and manage macroeconomic, regulatory, and geopolitical risks.
People Leadership
* Manage and develop a team of 3 transport employees and 6 drivers.
* Foster a high‑performance culture based on ownership, rigor, and collaboration.
Digital Transformation
* Lead the digitalisation of transport processes and support the rollout of future TMS and transport technologies.
Qualifications
Technical Expertise
* Strong command of transport strategy levers: tendering, make‑or‑buy decisions, network optimisation, contingency planning.
* Proven experience managing KPIs and driving corrective action plans.
* Solid understanding of international and CEE‑specific transport regulations.
* IT‑fluent, with experience in TMS systems and digital transformation projects.
* Languages: English and German (minimum B2) required. French or Dutch are a plus.
* Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Business or equivalent experience.
Soft Skills
* Strong organisation, rigor, and problem‑solving mindset.
* Autonomous, versatile, and able to perform under time pressure.
* Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
* Team‑oriented, solution‑driven, and comfortable in a fast‑moving environment.
Additional Information
What We Offer
* A dynamic, international environment within a fast‑growing retail group.
* A 1‑year fixed-term contract, with the strong potential to transition to a permanent role.
* Full‑time employment under CP 226 (“Poste de confiance”) – 37‑hour basis.
* Competitive salary package (~€60k/year)
* Company car.
* Laptop, mobile phone & SIM card.
* Meal vouchers and group insurance.
* Flexible remote‑working possibility.
* A culture that rewards boldness, initiative, and teamwork.