Process Expert Direct Import (2 roles)

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Fulltime

Secundaire arbeidsvoorwaarden

Productkorting werknemers
Reiskostenvergoeding
Pensioen
Flexibele werkuren

Kwalificaties

Supplychain
Logistiek
Engels
Analytisch vermogen
Bachelor
SAP S/4HANA
Schaalbaarheid
Bedrijfsadministratie
Logistiek
Zakelijke vereisten
Bedrijfskunde
Communicatieve vaardigheden

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Process Expert Direct Import Logistics

Full-time (38h/week)

Are you looking for an expert role focused on processes, systems, and optimization? Do you have an affinity with Direct Import and transportation systems? Do you want to be part of a fast-growing, international organization with real career development opportunities?

Join Action as a Process Expert Direct Import Logistics and develop your expertise at our headquarters in Noord-Holland.

Your team

You will join the Process & Systems team for Commerce and Supply Chain — a dynamic and growing department consisting of:

Process Managers
Process Experts
Data Controllers
Data Analysts
Product Owners
Operational Excellence Specialists

Together, we design, optimize, and safeguard the processes and systems that support Action’s rapid international growth. In this role, you will play a key part in improving Direct Import processes — from contract creation through to arrival in our logistics network and integration with Supply Chain operations.

Your Role

With more than 3,300 stores, distribution centers, hubs, and cross-docks, Action’s supply chain is constantly evolving. As a Process Expert Direct Import Logistics, you will play a key role in shaping and improving inbound processes, with a focus on simplicity, scalability, and system excellence.

Requirements Translation & Testing

Gather business requirements from the Inbound Logistics team and translate them into clear IT specifications
Lead and coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system implementations and upgrades
Ensure delivered solutions meet business needs before go-live

Process Design & Optimization

Design, document, and continuously improve inbound logistics processes
Identify bottlenecks and improve visibility, traceability, and efficiency in Direct Import flows
Ensure processes are scalable and future-proof

Partner & System Connectivity

Manage EDI connections with Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) and external partners
Act as the link between Action and partners for system integration and data exchange
Ensure stable and reliable system connections

Operational Support

Act as the first point of contact for system-related issues within Inbound Logistics
Work with IT, consultants, and business stakeholders to resolve issues
Coordinate stakeholders and communicate progress
Support the business in achieving operational KPIs
Current Key Projects

You will contribute to several strategic initiatives:

SAP Transportation Management (TM) – Inbound Implementation

Expanding SAP TM from outbound to inbound logistics
Supporting partner selection and solution design
Improving visibility and transport management capabilities

SAP S/4HANA Rollout

Supporting end-to-end implementation across the supply chain
Ensuring business continuity during a complex transformation

Network Expansion

Supporting new warehouses, hubs, and transport lanes across Europe
Ensuring systems and processes are scalable for growth

This Is You

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field
1–3 years of experience in logistics, transport, or supply chain
Affinity with IT systems and process improvement (SAP/TM is a plus)
Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal)
Analytical and structured approach to problem-solving
Comfortable working across multiple projects with different stakeholders

What we offer you

Quite a lot, actually! From our headquarters in the Netherlands, your work has an impact across Europe. We now have >3000 stores in 15 countries and millions of smiling customers. And we're not stopping there, because we have major growth ambitions, both for Action and for you. Our growth means that you can also develop continuously. A different position, an interesting innovation project, new skills: With us, you can benefit from unlimited development in your professional career. And all this in a culture where our shared values are put into practice: discipline, respect, teamwork, customer focus, cost-consciousness and simplicity.

You can also count on Action for the following:

A competitive wage;
24 days' holiday and the option to purchase 5 additional days;
A fixed-term contract, with the aim of offering you an open-ended contract;
Flexible working hours and the possibility of working from home for 40%, naturally in consultation with your team and your manager;
15% employee discount on your purchases from Action.
A good pension scheme, health insurance and travel expenses allowance.

Our contribution to society

If you only know Action from the stores, a new world will open up for you when you join us. Behind the scenes, we work hard to make a positive contribution to society and the environment. Did you know, for example, that we sponsor more than 1737 children worldwide who are growing up in an SOS Children's Village? That our team (consisting of 124 nationalities) reflects the diversity of our customers? That 70% of our purchased wood products and 86% of the cotton is sustainably sourced? And that more than half of our stores only use energy-efficient LED lighting? Yes, that's Action, too. Curious about what other initiatives we support? Come and join our team and find out for yourself.

Sound interesting?

We're proud to be an inclusive employer, and we warmly invite anyone who sees themselves in the vacancy to apply. So, take action and submit an application now!

The next steps:

Application review
First interview
Online assessment
Second interview
Offer

Throughout the process, your recruiter is your permanent point of contact and is available to answer any questions you may have.

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