Teamlead Global Forwarding

Ready to Lead Global Logistics at lampenlicht? Are you passionate about international supply chains and eager to make a real impact? Join lampenlicht as Team Lead Global Forwarding and take charge of shaping our global logistics strategy while driving operational excellence. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and love turning challenges into opportunities, this role is for you!

What will you be doing?
In this role, you’ll be the driving force behind our global forwarding operations. You will oversee the coordination of inbound container deliveries (primarily from China) working closely with trusted logistics partners to ensure everything runs smoothly and on time. Beyond day-to-day operations, you’ll monitor service quality, keep an eye on transit times, and make sure our processes meet the highest standards.

Cost efficiency will be a key part of your mission. You’ll manage budgets, optimize freight rates, and identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality. Building strong relationships with service providers will be essential, as will analyzing performance metrics and implementing improvements that keep us ahead of the curve. You’ll also take the lead in customs clearance coordination and play a strategic role in shaping the future of our Global Forwarding division. And when needed, you won’t hesitate to roll up your sleeves and support your team with operational tasks.

What about us?
We are a fast-growing international organization with 39 webshops in 36 European countries! Our headquarters is located in the Netherlands (Hapert), but with a growing customer base, we have expanded our offices to Barcelona (Spain) and Kraków (Poland). Our company is part of a larger group of lamp enthusiasts: LUQOM Group. Together with them, we manage all our logistics at various locations in Europe. Therefore, it is possible that you not only have a reporting line with lampenlicht but also with one of our sister companies within the LUQOM Group.

You are WOW because you...
🎓 Have several years of experience in international logistics and freight forwarding (air and sea freight).
📦 Bring strong operational competence and a hands-on mentality.
📊 Know how to manage costs and budgets effectively, always looking for optimization opportunities.
🗣️ Communicate and negotiate with confidence, building strong relationships with partners.
🚀 Have leadership experience and know how to motivate and develop a team.
🧠 Think analytically and solve problems with ease.
🌍 Speak fluent English (other languages are a plus).
💻 Are comfortable with relevant IT systems (e.g., BC, transport management systems).

And if you also:
🔍 Have a strategic mindset to shape the future of global forwarding,
🤝 Enjoy working in a fast-paced, international environment,
…then you are completely our WOW match! 💡 With you on board, success is guaranteed! 🚀

What's in it for you?

Who works, deserves to be rewarded 💰. We find that important, just good working conditions. In addition to the monthly salary, we offer you at lampenlicht (based on a full-time employment):

• 25 vacation days and the option to buy 5 extra vacation days

• A vitality day to use for the right work-life balance

• Of course, you will receive a reimbursement for your travel expenses when you need to travel to one of our locations

• Prefer not to drive or use public transport to work? Opt for sustainable mobility with our (electric) bike leasing scheme 🚴‍♂️

• We think about the future, that's why you get a pension scheme with, among other things, an 8.8% contribution from us

• The right atmosphere with lamp and light, also at your home 💡 Staff discount on our own mood lighting to illuminate your home

• Unlimited learning and growth opportunities, at our place, growth and knowledge are central 📚!

• If you want, there is always something going on with us: sporty padel, (lunch) walks, or running. A game of FIFA or table football is also possible. Prefer a party? Then come to our staff parties or Friday afternoon drinks. Something for everyone 🤩

Are you ready?

Are you ready to take on the challenge of shaping our global logistics? Excited? Let us know! Send us your motivation and CV, and who knows, you might soon be part of our valuable team!

We will start with a phone introduction, followed by a first online interview with Philipp Rothmann (Director BI & D&OM) and Ines Gold (Head of Demand & Order Management). A second interview will be conducted with Sandra van den Berg (Director of Product) and Jeffrey van Duren (Teamlead Demand & Supply) at our headquarters in Hapert. If the energy is mutual, we warmly welcome you on board! 🎈

Acquisition as a result of this vacancy is not appreciated.