Transportation Manager

Are you passionate about transportation and operational excellence? We are looking for an ambitious, proactive, and self-driven Transportation Manager to join our Strategic Centre of Excellence – European Transport Control Centre team within Logistics.

The team is responsible for driving transportation best practices and operational excellence across Arla’s core European markets. In this role, you will lead the ETCC transportation team, overseeing transportation planning and execution between Arla facilities and customers across domestic and cross-border flows through external logistics partners.

You will also oversee transport cost control, carrier performance, operational issue resolution, and process optimization while ensuring high service quality and supporting efficiency and sustainability targets.  

How you will make an impact 

As Transportation Manager, you will lead daily transportation operations while driving continuous improvement and strategic development across European markets. Your responsibilities will include

• Leading and developing the ETCC transportation team, ensuring high service levels, operational efficiency, safety, compliance, and alignment with supply chain strategy through KPI management and Lean-driven continuous improvement.
• Standardizing transportation processes, operational ways of working, and performance metrics across markets, while overseeing carrier performance, SLA compliance, customer service quality, and transportation cost optimization.
• Acting as the key point of contact for local logistics teams and managing relationships with logistics service providers (3PLs), including performance reviews, corrective actions, tender support activities, and cross-functional collaboration with Procurement, SRM, and Finance.
• Supporting the expansion of the European Transport Control Centre by leading transportation transitions across assigned markets, ensuring smooth integration, operational continuity, and knowledge sharing across teams.
• Driving strategic transportation improvement initiatives focused on digitalization, sustainability, CO2 reduction, resource optimization, and continuous enhancement of service quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

What will make you successful 

 You are an experienced transportation leader with a proven track record in managing teams and transportation operations within complex supply chain environments. You combine strong operational knowledge with a proactive, results-driven mindset and excellent stakeholder management skills.

Additionally, we expect that you have

• Proven experience managing transportation operations and collaborating with logistics service providers (3PLs).
• Strong understanding of transportation regulations, preferably within the food industry or other regulated supply chains.
• Experience driving operational improvements, change management, and cross-functional projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound operational decisions.
• A commercial and performance-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Experience working with MS Office, SAP, logistics visibility platforms, and data-driven or AI-based tools.
• Fluency in English; German is considered a strong advantage.

What do we offer?

• Work in an international environment with teams across different countries
• Scandinavian working style – flat structure, informal atmosphere & no formal dress code
• Flexible working hours with a hybrid work model, offering a balance between office collaboration and home office flexibility
• Additional annual leave of up to 4 extra days, awarded over time in recognition of your tenure with us
• Private medical care (Lux Med) and life insurance (Unum)
• Cafeteria benefits system (gym card, vouchers, travel points, cinema tickets – you choose)
• Employee Assistance Program (psychological, legal and financial support)
• Wellbeing initiatives, including sports activities and communities (e.g. running team)
• Structured onboarding and access to expert‑led trainings
• Co‑financing of education and certifications, supporting continuous professional development
• Employee referral bonus program
• Brand‑new modern office full of greenery and plants
• On‑site parking
• Spacious canteen with fresh breakfasts and lunches available daily

Join our Global Centre of Excellence Team and collaborate with skilled, passionate colleagues who will support you every step of the way. In this dynamic role, no two days are the same — you will face diverse challenges and have the freedom to shape your work, enabling you to make a real impact while staying engaged and motivated.

As a Transportation Manager in European Transport Control Centre you will be a part of Global Shared Services in Gdansk. Here, you won’t find factory machines or farmers. Instead, you will join over 800 colleagues dedicated to supporting all of Arla within transportation,  IT, HR, financial and procurement operations. Joining us, you will take part in our mission to make a real difference for colleagues near and far.

Would you like to join us?

Please apply as soon as possible as we will process applications on a continuous basis and close recruitment once the right candidate is found.

For additional information, please contact Head of European Transport Control Centre Dorota Borkowska-Wysokińska via email [email protected].

Shape the Future of Dairy 

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about. 

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