Hoite Van Der Velden
About Hoite Van Der Velden
Hoite Van Der Velden is the Trucking Manager Europe at Flexport, with over 35 years of experience in transportation and logistics management.
Current Role at Flexport
Hoite Van Der Velden is currently serving as the Trucking Manager Europe at Flexport. He is based in San Francisco, California, United States. In this role, he oversees trucking operations across Europe, ensuring efficient and reliable transport logistics. His responsibilities include managing logistics teams, optimizing transport routes, and maintaining compliance with European transportation regulations.
Previous Experience at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Prior to joining Flexport, Hoite Van Der Velden worked at Thermo Fisher Scientific as the European Transportation Manager. From 2011 to 2018, he was responsible for overseeing transportation operations across Europe. Based in Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, he played a key role in managing the logistics and transportation needs of this global biotech company for seven years.
Career at Expeditors International
Hoite Van Der Velden's significant tenure at Expeditors International of Washington Inc. spanned from 1998 to 2011. Serving as the Road Transport Operations Manager for Europe and Africa, based in Columbus, Ohio, United States, he directed transportation initiatives across two continents. His 13-year stint involved managing road transport operations, ensuring smooth logistics processes, and handling cross-continental transport challenges.
Early Career at Expeditiebedrijf Wim Bosman and TNT
Hoite Van Der Velden also has earlier experience with Expeditiebedrijf Wim Bosman, where he served as a Regional Sales Manager from 1991 to 1998. He started his logistics career at TNT in 1985, where he worked for six years in the Netherlands as an Operations Supervisor and Hub Airport Coordinator. These roles established his expertise in sales and operations within the logistics industry.
Industry Experience and Leadership
Hoite Van Der Velden brings over 35 years of experience in transportation and logistics management, beginning his career in 1985. He has managed transportation operations across Europe, Africa, and North America. His extensive expertise encompasses leadership roles in both sales and operations, as well as managing road transport operations.