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Posted April 30, 2026 · 106 days agoLast seen August 13, 2026Est. expiry June 4, 2026

Logistics Working Foreman

De Lier, Netherlands
Onsite · Operations & Logistics
Full-time · Senior
Dutch, English
No People Management
About the role

Kekkilä-BVB is the European leader in horticulture. We provide products and services for professional greenhouse growers, retailers, consumers and landscape architects in more than 100 countries. At our De Lier location we are looking for a Logistics Working Foreman to work on the floor and supervise colleagues. The role is hands-on, not an office position, and involves leading and coordinating with the team, operating forklifts, and ensuring an efficient, safe logistics process. Working hours are flexible between 05:00 and 20:00/22:00 with shift patterns. Responsibilities include daily hands-on participation in loading (forklift/reach truck), distributing and coordinating work, supervising on the shop floor, inspecting incoming goods, maintaining order and safety, contributing to waste reduction (5S), and coordinating with dispatch and planning, reporting to the manager. The position requires a mbo level 4 qualification (logistics preferred), experience in a logistics support role (pré: supervising colleagues), forklift experience, good Dutch language skills with basic English, experience with stock control and logistics systems (e.g., Microsoft D365, Power BI), and willingness to work varied hours including Saturdays. We offer a temporary contract with the potential to convert to permanent, opportunities for development, a competitive salary and benefits (pension, vacation days, vacation allowance, shift allowances, healthcare options, WIA insurance, bonuses), social club, monthly birthday cake, fruit and gym discount, and a collegial atmosphere with Friday drinks. Our values are focus on customer success, teamwork, courage to innovate, and trust through respect.

Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Daily hands-on involvement in loading (forklift/reach truck)
  • Distribute and coordinate work and adapt to busy periods
  • Supervise colleagues on the shop floor (practical and direct)
  • Inspect incoming goods and report discrepancies
  • Maintain order, neatness and safety
  • Contribute to efficient work and waste reduction (5S)
  • Coordinate with dispatch and planning and report to the manager

Requirements

  • A completed mbo-level 4 qualification, preferably in logistics
  • Experience in a logistics support role (bonus: supervising colleagues)
  • Experience with forklift and reach trucks
  • Good Dutch language skills with basic English
  • Experience with stock control and logistics systems (e.g. Microsoft D365, Power BI)
  • Willingness to work flexible hours (between 05:00 and 20:00/22:00, including Saturdays 5:00-11:00)

Skills & Technologies

MBO level 4 qualification in logisticsForklift and reach truck experienceDutch language proficiency; basic EnglishStock control and logistics systems (Microsoft D365Power BI)
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Financial overview
€95.7M
Revenue
-€22.0M
Profit
-23.0%
Profit margin
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