Commercial Director

Commercial Director - Logistics & Supply Chain

Rotterdam (with flexibility to work from Amsterdam)
Full-time

We're working with a well-established logistics and supply chain company to find a Commercial Director to lead their commercial operations across the Benelux region. This is a senior role with a lot of responsibility, offering the chance to shape how the business grows in a key market.

About the Company

The company is privately owned and has built a strong reputation in the logistics space. They operate globally and offer a wide range of services, including:

• Freight forwarding (air, ocean, and road)
• Customs and compliance support
• Contract logistics and warehousing
• E-commerce fulfilment
• Supply chain consultancy and 4PL solutions
• Technology-driven logistics platforms

They're known for being hands-on, customer-focused, and forward-thinking - with a growing presence in the Benelux and a solid foundation across Europe.

The Role

As Commercial Director, you'll be responsible for leading the commercial strategy in the region. That means growing the customer base, strengthening relationships with existing clients, and working closely with internal teams to deliver the right solutions.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Setting and executing the commercial strategy for the region
• Leading business development and identifying new opportunities
• Managing key accounts and building long-term partnerships
• Working with operations, finance, and tech teams to deliver integrated services
• Leading and developing the commercial team
• Representing the business at industry events and client meetings

This is a role for someone who enjoys both strategy and execution - someone who can think big but also get stuck in when needed.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with solid experience in logistics or supply chain, ideally in a senior commercial or business development role. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and confident managing both people and complex client relationships.

Key things we're looking for:

• Strong background in logistics, freight forwarding, or supply chain
• Experience in 3PL and/or 4PL environments
• A track record of growing business and managing large client portfolios
• Good leadership skills and a collaborative approach
• Strategic mindset with a practical, hands-on style
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a big plus
  
  

Location

The role is officially based in Rotterdam, but there's flexibility to work from the Amsterdam office as well. Some travel within the region will be expected.

Why Apply?

This is a chance to step into a senior leadership role with real influence. You'll be joining a company that's growing, investing in its people, and focused on building long-term client relationships. If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference - and be part of a team that values initiative and collaboration - this could be a great fit.