At Port of Opportunities, we are proud to connect international professionals with companies that are open to talent, motivation and diversity in the workplace. A great example of this is Ilona, who started her new career at 2M Logistics.
From the beginning, Ilona made a positive impression at 2M Logistics. Her flexibility, intelligence and willingness to learn allowed her to support and work across three different departments. This shows not only her ability to adapt, but also her motivation to contribute wherever she is needed.
Ilona’s experiences in her new role
For Ilona, her experience at 2M Logistics has been positive from the start. “My experience at 2M Logistics has been very positive. From the beginning, I felt welcome and comfortable in the team.” The friendly and supportive atmosphere helped her settle into her role and gave her the opportunity to learn, take on new responsibilities and grow both professionally and personally.
What Ilona enjoys most is working with people. She likes being in contact with customers, communicating with colleagues and finding solutions together. The variety in her work also keeps her motivated. “Every day brings something different. This keeps the job interesting and helps me stay motivated and engaged.”
Ilona also feels well integrated into the team and company culture. She describes the atmosphere as positive, with colleagues who are always willing to help and share their knowledge. This support has made it easier for her to learn and feel comfortable in her role.
Of course, starting in a new role also came with challenges. For Ilona, the main challenge was getting used to new processes and learning how everything worked in practice. By asking questions, learning from more experienced colleagues and taking things step by step, she became more confident over time.
Since joining 2M Logistics, Ilona has developed a combination of commercial and administrative skills. The role has helped her improve her communication skills, become more confident in a business environment and better understand how logistics processes work in practice.
For us at Port of Opportunities, one of the most valuable things to read is how this opportunity has supported Ilona’s development in the Netherlands. As she explains:
“Since joining 2M Logistics, I have developed a combination of commercial and administrative skills. The role has helped me become more confident in a business environment, improve my communication skills, and better understand how logistics processes work in practice. A lot of my learning has come from hands-on experience and from working closely with more experienced colleagues, which has been very valuable for my development.”
This is exactly why sustainable matches are so important. A job is not only about work experience, but also about confidence, connection and building a future in the Netherlands. Ilona’s story shows how meaningful the right opportunity can be.
2M Logistics’ experience with Ilona
2M Logistics also looks back positively on Ilona’s start within the company. Michel describes Ilona as flexible, multifunctional and intelligent. Because of these qualities, she has already been able to support and work across three different departments.
Her adaptability also fits well within the company culture at 2M Logistics. According to Michel, the organisation has an increasingly strong mix of different ages and cultures, and Ilona contributes positively to this. This makes it easier for motivated and proactive colleagues to find their place within the team.
One of the challenges at the start was learning to work with the different ERP systems used within the organisation. With good guidance and onboarding from several colleagues, Ilona was able to pick this up well. Her development went quickly. As Michel explains:
“Ilona made our way of working and systems her own within a month. This exceeded our expectations.”
This shows how motivation, clear guidance and a supportive working environment can help someone grow quickly into a new role. Ilona’s open attitude and willingness to learn have made her a valuable addition to the team.
A successful partnership: 2M Logistics and Port of Opportunities
The collaboration between 2M Logistics and Port of Opportunities is also experienced very positively. Michel describes the cooperation as very good and mentions that several colleagues have now joined 2M Logistics through Port of Opportunities. He also values the collaboration with Paula.
For Port of Opportunities, it is incredibly motivating to hear that our support helps companies find people who truly fit their organisation. As Michel explains, Port of Opportunities is able to assess which type of colleague could be a good match for the company.
When asked whether he would recommend other companies to hire newcomers, Michel’s answer is clear: “Certainly. If you are looking for young, motivated and positive colleagues.”
Ilona’s journey at 2M Logistics shows what is possible when motivation, guidance and the right working environment come together. With the right support, international professionals can not only use and develop their skills, but also grow in confidence, connection and professional independence.
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