Based in the Netherlands at our Alblasserdam and/or Zwijndrecht facility.


Welcome to Oceanco!

Oceanco specialises in building large custom yachts up to 150 meters in length. Offering a highly personalised service to clients, Oceanco applies innovative design and technology to create one-of-a-kind bespoke yachts that respect the vision of both the Owner and the designer.

We are a project-oriented management company outsourcing the main yacht building packages to our strategic co-makers. It is with pride and passion that we guide our clients through the journey to build his/her perfect yacht. Our desire to offer our Owners the perfect yacht goes hand-in-hand with a significant responsibility to reduce its impact. We are innovative - unique in what we do and how we do it because we challenge ourselves to do better each time.

We believe in teamwork. Together we create an environment in which employees work together every day from conception to completion of our yachts. We learn from each other and maximise our collective and personal potential.

It does not matter which position you hold or which team you are part of, we will encourage you to spread your wings and grow in your ambitions.

To enhance our growth, we are looking for proud, passionate, committed people to create and complete our inspiring teams!

Your purpose:

Lead the safe, efficient and compliant operation of all logistic services across organizational sites, ensuring continuity of business activities and optimizing supply chain performance in alignment with organizational and project objectives.

What will your challenges be?

Planning & Budgeting

• Develop and manage annual and long-term logistics plans aligned with company strategy
• Own logistics budget: forecasting, cost control, and reporting
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety
• Prepare investment proposals for logistics improvements

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of logistics professionals
• Drive continuous improvement in logistics processes
• Ensure alignment with internal policies and external partners
• Foster skill development and career growth within the team

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Ensure compliance with company rules and regulations
• Identify and report risks, unsafe situations, and deviations
• Contribute to a safe and responsible working environment

Logistics Operations

• Oversee inbound/outbound transport (booking, tracking, documentation)
• Manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and service providers
• Ensure compliance with transport and customs regulations (ADR, Incoterms, etc.)
• Supervise warehouse operations (inventory, stock control, goods flow)
• Lead logistics process improvements and supply chain projects
• Manage risks and maintain contingency plans

Reporting & Stakehold Management

• Deliver regular reports on performance, budget, risks, and opportunities
• Represent logistics in management meetings, audits, and inspections
  
  

What do we ask for?

• Fluency in English; Dutch proficiency is an advantage
• HBO/Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in similar roles within a structural engineering environment - preferably within the maritime industry
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in leadership and people management roles
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications
• You recognize yourself in the following competences: Customer orientation, Helicopter view, Decisiveness, Initiative

What do we offer?

• A challenging full-time function within a unique, international and leading-edge yacht building company
• An inspiring environment with great possibilities for personal development and education
• Competitive primary and excellent secondary employment conditions
• CAO Metalektro
• Active staff association that organises fun trips, social get- togethers with colleagues, sports events, and other festivities
  

Acquisition as a result of this vacancy and/or responses from recruitment agencies are not appreciated.