Creative Designer/UX Specialist for Innovative Marketing & Communication

Are you a creative mind with a passion for design and user experience? Want to help grow a leading family-owned logistics company? Then we’re looking for you!

Who are we?

Special Cargo is a fast-growing family business with a heart for the company, our customers, and our team. Under the name Special Cargo Services, we manage the full logistics chain for hazardous materials—primarily at major logistics hubs like Schiphol Airport and the Europoort.

Our training and consulting division, Special Cargo College, plays a vital role in helping our clients train and advise professionals in hazardous materials, civil aviation security, and supply chain security. We have multiple locations in the Netherlands—including Schiphol, Europoort, and IJmuiden—and we’re expanding our international footprint with offices in Belgium and the US.

Why work at Special Cargo?

At Special Cargo, you’ll join a dynamic family-owned business that leads the way in hazardous materials logistics. We offer a varied role in a safe and supportive environment that values every team member’s ideas and energy. As an innovative company, we’re constantly developing new services and training programs—so you’ll always be working on forward-thinking projects.

You’ll have access to professional training and real opportunities to grow within the organization. In short: you’ll have the freedom to grow your skills and make a real impact on our mission.

What will you be doing?

As a Designer/UX Specialist, you’ll be responsible for:

• Creating attractive, user-friendly designs for both our online and offline communication channels
• Contributing to the ongoing development of our visual identity and brand style
• Designing intuitive and appealing interfaces for our digital platforms
• Working closely with a professional marketing team to ensure a consistent and effective user experience across all touchpoints

What do you bring to the table?

• A completed MBO or HBO (Associate’s or Bachelor’s level) education in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, or User Experience Design
• Proven experience in graphic design and UX/UI design
• Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Affinity with and knowledge of online marketing
• Interest in logistics and hazardous materials is a plus
• Solid Dutch communication skills (written and spoken)
• A strong mix of creativity and precision

What do we offer?

• A part-time position (3 days a week)
• Workdays/times and location are flexible—your main base will be near Schiphol Airport
• A varied role in a dynamic and international family business
• A fun and experienced Marketing & Communication team to collaborate with
• Free access to job-related training courses
• Competitive secondary benefits, including a 13th-month salary

Interested?

Ready to become our new Designer/UX Specialist and help take Special Cargo to the next level? Send your cover letter and resume to hr@specialcargo.com. For more information, contact Imran Shafiq, HR Advisor, at +31 (0)20 655 6265.

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