Logistics Planner: Shipments & Route Optimization

Jobtailor; Venlo; On-site; EUR 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Venlo, Netherlands, is seeking an enthusiastic logistics assistant to learn the ins and outs of our transportation operations. You will play a hands-on role in coordinating shipments, planning outbound journeys, and building relationships with drivers and partners.

The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and proactive communication with customers and colleagues, with occasional weekend on-call duties to support weekend driver operations.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of transport or a degree in logistics is a plus; if not, we are happy to teach you the trade.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call schedule a few weekends per year, as our drivers also operate during weekends.
• A good command of Dutch and English; German language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate shipments to ensure timely delivery and efficient use of resources.
• Help to plan the outbound journey and think about smart return solutions.
• Build a strong network through close collaboration with colleagues and external partnerships.
• Support the planning of shipments for our own trailer fleet, ensuring accurate scheduling and load planning.
• Optimize routes, minimize mileage and maximize vehicle utilization.
• Proactively communicate with and inform customers, partners and drivers about status and changes.
• Monitor shipments and identify irregularities relating to loading, unloading and delivery activities.
• Support the team while learning the ins and outs of the business.

Skills

Shipment Planning

Route Optimization

Monitoring Shipments

Identifying Irregularities

Vehicle Utilization

Collaboration

Proactive Communication

Job description

Jobtailor in Venlo, Netherlands, is seeking an enthusiastic logistics assistant to learn the ins and outs of our transportation operations. You will play a hands-on role in coordinating shipments, planning outbound journeys, and building relationships with drivers and partners.

The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and proactive communication with customers and colleagues, with occasional weekend on-call duties to support weekend driver operations.