Multimodal Distribution Planner - Pharma Logistics

DHL Global Forwarding; Carrigtwohill; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Ireland is seeking a Distribution Planner to coordinate multimodal shipments, manage customs and compliance, and align with warehouse operations. The role requires 3–5 years in logistics or supply chain planning, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong skills in SAP, Excel, Power BI, and data analysis to deliver accurate forecasts and KPI insights.

You will collaborate with planning, customer service and other departments to ensure timely deliveries, optimal

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in logistics, distribution planning or supply chain management.
• Experience with logistics and supply chain management systems.
• Knowledge of multimodal freight forwarding and international shipping regulations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track multimodal shipments, optimizing routes and carriers for timely, cost-effective deliveries.
• Prepare and manage shipping documents, ensuring regulatory compliance and resolving issues.
• Develop and adjust shipping forecasts based on supply-demand analysis.
• Generate and analyze KPIs for planning and distribution, providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate with planning, customer service and other departments to align with business goals.
• Serve as primary liaison for customer inquiries related to shipping and distribution, ensuring prompt resolution.
• Ensure GDP/GMP/GxP alignment and data protection compliance in distribution activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance processes and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Logistics planning

Forecasting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP

Qlik

Power BI

Excel

Smartsheets

Veeva Vault

ComplianceWire

Microsoft Office

Job description

DHL Global Forwarding in Ireland is seeking a Distribution Planner to coordinate multimodal shipments, manage customs and compliance, and align with warehouse operations. The role requires 3–5 years in logistics or supply chain planning, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, and strong skills in SAP, Excel, Power BI, and data analysis to deliver accurate forecasts and KPI insights.

You will collaborate with planning, customer service and other departments to ensure timely deliveries, optimal