Martijn Spee
Halsteren
Summary
Experienced Transport Manager operating on a Global and European level, managing large operations and budget. Leading teams across multiple countries and disciplines. Drives innovation, digitalization, and sustainability in transport networks, delivering cost savings, operational excellence, and service quality. Skilled in leading cross-cultural teams, defining and implementing strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders at all levels. Recognized for a positive, solution-focused approach that fosters high performance, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager Transport EMEA
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
01.2018 - Current
- Own €50M transport budget across EMEA road, rail, air, and global sea operations, ensuring cost efficiency, operational excellence and resilience.
- Drive transformation of the EMEA transport strategy, including digitalization, innovation and sustainable solutions.
- Lead a cross-border team of 40 FTE (direct & indirect) covering operations, procurement, costs and performance management.
- Collaborate with C-level, global and EU cluster leadership to align transport strategy and network studies with adapting to business development, sustainability targets and customer satisfaction.
- Maintaining strategic partnerships with a large group of 3pl service providers focusing on transport and warehousing.
Board and Council Leadership Roles
Evofenedex Dutch Shippers’ Association
09.2018 - Current
- Chair of the Rail Shippers’ Council – providing strategic leadership and representing the interests of companies shipping goods by rail.
- Member of the General Board – contributing to strategic decision-making and governance of the Dutch Shippers’ Association.
Supervisor Transport
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
10.2014 - 12.2017
- Drive operational excellence across the transport network, optimizing processes and controlling costs.
- Lead and inspire the team, ensuring high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Transport Specialist
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
04.2013 - 09.2014
- Responsible for coordinating and optimizing transport operations, ensuring quality, compliance with processes, and effective cost management across the EU transport network.
Customer Service Supervisor DHL
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V. / DHL Supply chain
11.2011 - 03.2013
Shipping Coordinator
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
10.2008 - 10.2011
Education
HBO Logistiek management -
NCOI
European Junior Logistician (EJLog) -
vLm Logistiek College / ATIM
HBO Logistics & Facility management (no degree) -
NHTV
HAVO (profile: Economics & Social Studies) -
Beatrix College
Skills
- Strategic & Operational Leadership
- Innovative & Positive Mindset
- Resilient & Solution-Oriented
- Pragmatic thinking
- Data-Driven
- Cross-Cultural
Certification
Ricoh Academy
- Performance Coaching
- ADKAR Change management
- De Life Orientations (LIFO)
- LSS Green Belt Certified
Languages
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Board and Council Leadership Roles
Evofenedex Dutch Shippers’ Association
09.2018 - Current
Manager Transport EMEA
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
01.2018 - Current
Supervisor Transport
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
10.2014 - 12.2017
Transport Specialist
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
04.2013 - 09.2014
Customer Service Supervisor DHL
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V. / DHL Supply chain
11.2011 - 03.2013
Shipping Coordinator
Ricoh Europe SCM B.V.
10.2008 - 10.2011
European Junior Logistician (EJLog) -
vLm Logistiek College / ATIM
HBO Logistics & Facility management (no degree) -
NHTV
HAVO (profile: Economics & Social Studies) -
Beatrix College
HBO Logistiek management -
NCOI