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Transport Operations Specialist

Netherlands, Rotterdam · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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Karo Healthcare, a dynamic and growing personal-care retail company, is all about making smart choices for everyday healthcare. With a wide-ranging portfolio across seven categories including medical products, we own and sell over 80 brands in about 90 countries. Our portfolio includes such brands as E45, Pevaryl, Lamisil, Nutravita, Decubal and many others. Our core belief in empowering people to make intelligent health decisions drives our growth strategy, blending organic expansion and M&A. Join us at Karo Healthcare on our exciting journey. We're currently looking for a Transport Operations Specialist for our office in Rotterdam.

Job Responsibility

  • Plan and execute international inbound and outbound shipments across air, ocean and road
  • Coordinate transport flows between CMOs, hubs, 3PLs and customers globally
  • Monitor shipment milestones (pickup, ETD, ETA, delivery) and proactively resolve deviations
  • Act as the operational point of contact for freight forwarders and logistics partners
  • Review and ensure accuracy of export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, trade docs)
  • Support customs clearance processes and ensure correct application of INCOTERMS
  • Coordinate shipments involving dangerous goods and temperature-sensitive products in line with ADR, IMDG and IATA requirements
  • Validate freight invoices and maintain accurate transport data in ERP systems
  • Identify recurring operational issues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics or related field
  • 3-5 years' experience in international transport coordination, freight forwarding or global logistics operations
  • Experience from FMCG, healthcare, pharma or another regulated industry is a strong advantage
  • Solid understanding of INCOTERMS, customs documentation and export procedures
  • Familiarity with dangerous goods handling requirements (ADR, IMDG, IATA)
  • Experience working with ERP systems and strong Excel skills
  • Structured and process-oriented with strong attention to detail
  • Proactive problem solver who is comfortable working with multiple stakeholders across countries
  • Clear and confident communicator in an international business environment

What we offer

  • Opportunity to create, grow, and encourage
  • Apart from a competitive salary pack, there are lots of growth opportunities to meet your personal ambitions
  • Flexible schedule, hybrid model with the primary work place in the office, and life-work balance
  • Responsibility for exciting and challenging projects that have a direct, visible impact on our customers and the industry
  • Very positive work environment in a dynamic, international, and motivated team
  • Start-up spirit while being a part of the large international organization with strong values
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