

Business Process Owner
Administration / Sachbearbeitung
Beveren-Kruibeke-Zwijndrecht
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About Us: Yusen Logistics is one of the world's leading providers of logistics solutions, helping businesses optimize their global supply chains. With over 25,000 employees across more than 650 locations in 46 countries, we offer an inspiring work environment with diverse development opportunities. As a company with Japanese roots, we embrace the philosophy of Kaizen – the culture of continuous improvement – in all our business areas.
At Yusen Logistics, continuous improvement is at the heart of everything we do. As supply chains become increasingly complex, we rely on smart processes, reliable systems, and skilled people to deliver exceptional service to our customers. To further strengthen our Ocean Freight Forwarding operations, we are looking for a Business Process Specialist who can bridge the gap between Operations, IT, Finance, and Business Process Management.
What You'll Do
As a Business Process Specialist, you will play a key role in improving operational performance, data quality, and process efficiency across our Ocean Freight Forwarding business. You will analyze existing workflows, implement improvements, support system users, and help drive digitalization and automation initiatives throughout the organization.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Analyzing Ocean Freight Forwarding processes and monitoring KPI performance to identify improvement opportunities.
- Optimizing operational processes, process governance, and data quality standards.
- Implementing new business processes and supporting change management initiatives across operations.
- Developing and delivering training programs for both new and existing employees.
- Supporting users in the effective use of transport management systems such as CargoWise and Cargo1.
- Performing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and supporting software updates and system implementations.
- Acting as the first point of contact for system and process-related issues and coordinating ticket management through ServiceNow (SNOW).
- Creating operational and customer-specific reports and reporting schedules.
- Supporting onboarding activities and helping new colleagues become familiar with systems and operational processes.
- Acting as a liaison between Operations and IT for EDI and API integrations with customers, vendors, and external platforms.
- Collaborating within the BPM team to further automate and optimize business processes.
Who We're Looking For
You are an analytical problem-solver who enjoys improving processes and helping teams work more effectively. You have a strong affinity with systems and data and know how to translate operational needs into practical solutions.
Your Profile
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Logistics, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Operational experience within Ocean Freight Forwarding and/or Air Freight Forwarding.
- Initial experience in Business Process Management, Continuous Improvement, or Project Management.
- Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Experience with CargoWise and workflow management systems is a strong advantage.
- Highly analytical and data-driven mindset.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while building effective relationships across departments.
- Structured, accurate, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Willingness to travel occasionally within the region when required.
Why Yusen Logistics?
At Yusen Logistics, we're committed to creating smarter supply chains through innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As a Business Process Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to directly influence how our business operates and contribute to projects that drive efficiency, automation, and customer satisfaction.
We offer:
- A challenging role with significant impact across the organization.
- Exposure to international logistics operations and digital transformation projects.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a global logistics leader.
- A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise are valued.
- The chance to work closely with Operations, IT, Finance, and senior stakeholders across the business.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're passionate about process improvement, systems, data, and logistics, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help shape the future of Ocean Freight Forwarding at Yusen Logistics.
Ready to design the future of logistics with us?
We understand that your application comes with expectations and hopes. That’s why we are committed to providing you with timely feedback. Yusen Logistics stands for diversity and equal opportunity! We welcome applications from all qualified and suitable individuals – regardless of their personal background or characteristics. All personal terms used in our job advertisements are intended to be gender-neutral.
Note for recruitment agencies: Yusen Logistics does not accept unsolicited profiles. If a recruitment is made without an existing contractual relationship, there is no entitlement to remuneration. All legal claims will be rejected.
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