Central & Eastern Europe (CEE) Transport Manager - 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract (Permanent Option)

Frasers Group is one of the UK’s most dynamic and fast‑growing retail groups. We are reshaping the retail landscape through boldness, innovation, and an unmatched portfolio of market‑leading brands. Our ambition is clear: evolve constantly, invest intelligently, and modernise at speed to build a strong and sustainable future.

As part of our European Supply Chain expansion, we are looking for a CEE Transport Manager to strengthen our regional transport capabilities.

Our Values

At Frasers Group, we dare to think differently. Joining us means you will:

• Own it and back yourself
• Think without limits and take the team with you
• Be relevant and impactful

Your Mission

Based in Saintes (Belgium) and overseeing flows from our Austrian Distribution Centre, you will lead all transport activities across the Central & Eastern Europe region. Your role is pivotal in ensuring reliable, cost‑efficient, compliant, and scalable transport operations that support our rapid growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute the CEE transport strategy aligned with cost, service, sustainability, and scalability targets.
• Design and optimise regional transport networks, lanes, and cross‑border flows.

Carrier Management

• Lead sourcing, tendering, negotiations, and performance management of carriers.
• Drive cost‑to‑serve optimisation and ensure strong operational partnerships.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee daily transport activities and ensure robust processes, continuous improvements, and efficient KPI performance (OTIF, cost per shipment, CO₂ intensity, claims rate).
• Implement new tools and systems to support data‑driven decision making.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure strong compliance across all CEE transport activities (customs, Incoterms, POUS, CBAM, CO₂ reporting, SENT, EKAER, UIT, etc.).
• Anticipate and manage macroeconomic, regulatory, and geopolitical risks.

People Leadership

• Manage and develop a team of 3 transport employees and 6 drivers.
• Foster a high‑performance culture based on ownership, rigor, and collaboration.

Digital Transformation

• Lead the digitalisation of transport processes and support the rollout of future TMS and transport technologies.

Technical Expertise

• Strong command of transport strategy levers: tendering, make‑or‑buy decisions, network optimisation, contingency planning.
• Proven experience managing KPIs and driving corrective action plans.
• Solid understanding of international and CEE‑specific transport regulations.
• IT‑fluent, with experience in TMS systems and digital transformation projects.
• Languages: English and German (minimum B2) required. French or Dutch are a plus.
• Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, International Business or equivalent experience.

Soft Skills

• Strong organisation, rigor, and problem‑solving mindset.
• Autonomous, versatile, and able to perform under time pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Team‑oriented, solution‑driven, and comfortable in a fast‑moving environment.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, international environment within a fast‑growing retail group.
• A 1‑year fixed-term contract, with the strong potential to transition to a permanent role.
• Full‑time employment under CP 226 (“Poste de confiance”) – 37‑hour basis.
• Competitive salary package (~€60k/year)
• Company car.
• Laptop, mobile phone & SIM card.
• Meal vouchers and group insurance.
• Flexible remote‑working possibility.
• A culture that rewards boldness, initiative, and teamwork.