Transport Planner

DHL Germany; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Dublin seeks a Transport Planner to optimize load schedules and ensure KPIs are met. Ideal candidates should have a track record in planning, knowledge of transport regulations, and at least two years in an FMCG environment. Advanced Excel skills and relevant degree are desirable. We offer free parking, flexible working options, and a generous pension scheme. Join us to be part of a globally recognized supply chain team.

Benefits

Free parking

Paid days annual leave

Flexible working options

Generous pension scheme

24/7 GP consultations

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Financial wellness support

Qualifications

• Min 2 years of experience in an FMCG environment.
• Previous experience in a similar role is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan load schedules to maximize profit.
• Ensure customer and DHL KPIs are met by the planning department.
• Book additional transport and agree rates.

Skills

Planning and forecasting

Knowledge of Transport Regulations

Advanced Excel Skills

Good standard of English

Education

Degree Level Qualification - Transport / Supply Chain

Job description

Grade: RCS N
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: Rotational 4 on and 4 off
Location: Dublin

Think you know DHL? Think again! We're not just about delivering parcels. DHL Supply Chain is the world's leading logistics company and our people are the unsung heroes who keep the cogs turning and the country running smoothly.

We're now looking for a Transport planner to play a key role in our Logistics operation

✅ A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

• Route Day & Night Traffic
• Book additional transport either internally or externally and agree rates.
• To plan load schedules making best use of backload facilities where possible, using 'in house' systems and external load points to maximise profit.
• To ensure customer and DHL KPI's are effectively met by the planning department.
• To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably required for the effective operation of the Transport Department, which includes multi-skilling order to support other members of the team.

✅ THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Proven track record of planning and forecasting
• Knowledge of Transport Regulations
• Min 2 Years experience in FMCG environment
• Advanced Excel Skills
• Degree Level Qualification - Transport / Supply Chain – Desirable
• Previous experience in a similar role is acceptable
• Good standard of English

✅ WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• Paid days annual leave
• We're happy to talk about flexible working – just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Generous pension scheme
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Financial wellness support

✅ WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

✅ BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 12.1.26 Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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