The organisation
WEC Lines is a dynamic medium-sized maritime transport organisation specialising in container transport. Our services focus primarily on the United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, the Canary Islands and North and East Africa. Our head office is located in Rotterdam. We also have offices in Hamburg, Le Havre, Antwerp, Barcelona, Nairobi and Mombasa, among others.
For our head office in Rotterdam, we are looking for a Line Manager Short Sea
In this role, you are directly responsible for the success of WEC Lines’ Short Sea services and play a central role in developing and managing the line strategy. Are you commercially driven, analytical and able to turn market opportunities into concrete results? Do you enjoy working across departments and with local teams to optimise vessel utilisation, pricing and commercial performance? And do you thrive in a dynamic environment where collaboration, communication and leadership are key? Then this role could be the right fit for you.
The role
As Line Manager, you are directly responsible for the success of WEC Lines’ Short Sea services. You will develop and manage the line strategy and play a central role within the WEC Lines network. Collaboration, communication and leadership are essential, as you will work closely with various departments and local WEC Lines offices to achieve the best possible results for our customers and WEC Lines.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- Monitor and improve financial performance (P&L) by initiating and implementing appropriate operational and commercial actions.
- Actively manage and optimise vessel utilisation by identifying opportunities and bottlenecks within our Allocation Management tool.
- Ensure the integrity of WEC Lines’ sailing schedules, in close cooperation with the Operations and Capacity teams.
- Develop and maintain a competitive pricing policy based on market and competitor analyses, in line with the commercial strategy of the service.
- Identify, develop and support commercial opportunities in cooperation with local sales teams.
- Initiate and lead joint sales campaigns with commercial teams to create new business opportunities and accelerate conversions.
What you bring
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience within the logistics sector, preferably in a commercial, trade management or line management role.
- Strong analytical skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to plan effectively and prioritise tasks within set deadlines.
- Proactive, independent and results-oriented approach, with a hands-on mentality.
- Commercially driven and able to identify and capitalise on market opportunities.
- Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English, written and spoken.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, with demonstrable knowledge of and experience with Excel.
- HBO level of education and thinking, preferably supplemented by a relevant degree or qualification.
What we offer
- An independent and varied position with plenty of room for your own initiative
- A pleasant, social and no nonsense working atmosphere
- A competitive salary
- A good pension scheme
- 27 vacation days and a 38.75-hour work week
- Commuting allowance of €0.25 per kilometre
- 8% vacation allowance
- 13th month’s salary
Are you the person we are looking for? Apply now and become part of our team!
If you woud like to know more about this position, please contact Marc Gnurlandino at our Rotterdam office or send your CV and cover letter to nld-hr@weclines.com. Please only apply if you already live in The Netherlands and have official permission to work here.
A Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) application, reference check and pre-employment screening through the Waarschuwingsregister Logistieke Sector (WLS) are part of the recruitment process.
Good to know: we are moving!
Our current office is already great, but it is about to get even better. Early next year, we will move to a beautiful new office at Blaak 555! A brand-new and inspiring workplace in the heart of Rotterdam.
