Working in forwarding
About us page of Van der Helm Logistics
A shipment can seem simple. Until flights change, documents go missing, a ship is delayed, or a customer adjusts their schedule.
Vacancies within Forwarding
Within Forwarding, you will find roles involving import, export, air freight, and sea freight, among others.
Sea Freight Import Specialist
At Van der Helm, we are looking for a new Sea Freight Import Specialist. You will work as part of the import team. Interested? Get in touch!
No two shipments are the same
Didn’t find a suitable vacancy? Feel free to send us an open application.
No two shipments are the same
Air, sea, road, or rail: every modality has its own speed, planning, and challenges.
Within Forwarding, you ensure that all the pieces come together. You monitor shipments, communicate with customers and partners, and take action when plans change.
This means you are constantly thinking ahead.
What happens if a connection changes? What information does the customer need? Which documents must be arranged? And what is the smartest route right now?
It is precisely this dynamic that makes the work interesting.
Our core values
At Van der Helm, we believe that logistics is people's work. Our culture is built on pragmatism, personal attention, and the drive to get a little better every day. You can see this reflected in how we collaborate, how we interact with customers, and how we treat each other. These five core values form the foundation of everything we do: Customer focus, Quality, Responsibility, Collaboration and Balance
Customer Focus
From finance to fulfillment: we listen, think along, and build solutions that truly help. Personal contact and accessibility are always central.
Quality
We deliver what we promise. We work meticulously, continuously improve, and utilize technology to make processes smarter and more efficient.
Responsibility
We take ownership, do what we say, and are a reliable partner for customers and colleagues. Hard work is welcome, but enjoyment is part of it.
Collaboration
We are there for each other. Through open communication and respect, we create a work environment where we grow together and share successes.
Balance
We want our people to feel good. We are honest, down-to-earth, and engaged, provide room for development, and celebrate the good moments together.
Our offices
Van der Helm operates from three strategically located sites that perfectly align with our logistics services.
In Hoofddorp, near Schiphol Airport, we support customers with fast air freight connections and excellent accessibility for international shipments.
In Moerdijk, we are located in the heart of logistics between the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, ideal for sea freight, warehousing, and multimodal solutions.
Our head office in Den Hoorn is the central point from which our teams collaborate on planning, customer service, and operations. Thanks to these locations, we can work flexibly, efficiently, and close to our customers—exactly where and when they need us.