Trainee in Transport Operations - Gdansk

Arla Global Shared Services; Gdańsk; Hybrid; PLN 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Hybrid work model

Hybrid office/home balance

Annual leave + extra days

Private medical care

Life insurance

Cafeteria benefits

Job summary

Arla Group in Gdańsk invites applications for a Trainee in the European Transport Control Centre. You will join the ETCC team supporting loading, planning, scheduling, and freight settlement across multiple sites, with the opportunity to learn and grow in a transport planner role.

The role requires fluent English, proficiency in MS Excel, and a highly organized, service-oriented mindset. It features a hybrid work model with 50% office presence and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Fluent English is required.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Office tools.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Help produce loading and delivery schedules.
• Assist in planning and execution of vehicle loads.
• Work with SAP TM for transport planning.
• Support weekly/monthly reporting packs.
• Verify and process invoices.
• Track and report carrier performance daily.
• Adhere to Health & Safety standards and maintain master data.

Skills

Fluent English

MS Excel

Highly organised

Time management

Customer service mindset

Education

Recent graduate

Tools

SAP TM

Job description

Do you have a passion for transport operations? Are you a leader and do you always succeed in value creation and increasing performance? Can your ideas contribute to our dynamic new control tower organisation? Join the team that drives transport forward!

As a Trainee, you become a part of our Global Shared Services in Gdańsk. Here, you won’t find factory machines or farmers. Instead, you will join over 800 colleagues dedicated to supporting all of Arla with IT, HR, financial and procurement operations. Joining us, you will take part in our mission to make a real difference for colleagues near and far.

How you will make an impact

The European Transport Control Centre (ETCC) is responsible for aspects of transport management including, but not limited to load building, planning, optimisation, scheduling, execution, freight settlement, continual improvement and performance management. The ETCC plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth function of Arla’s intermediate transport network and thereby has a direct impact on Arla’s ability to serve its customer.

We search for an individual who will support colleagues in the ETCC in daily rutines. Helping in transport planning, scheduling, coordination of loads for all modes of transportation, optimisation and freight settlement for multiple sites across the Arla network.

In this role, you will work closely with the ETCC team and have an opportunity to learn and develop in transport planner role.

Specifically, you will

• Help to produce loading and delivery schedules
• Support in planning and execution of vehicle loads
• Work utilising SAP TM
• Assist in the compilation of weekly/monthly reporting packs
• Verify and process invoices
• Track and report carrier performance on daily basis
• Adherence to Arla Foods’ Health & Safety standards, policies and legislation,
• Support master data setup and maintenance

What will make you successful

• Studying on just finished your studies and want to work in transport (full time)
• Excitement for Logistics
• Fluent English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly MS Excel
• Positive, open-minded approach
• Highly organised, with excellent time management skills
• Motivated, positive attitude and service minded
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Please note that this role requires you to be in the office 50% of the time + one additional day (monthly).

What do we offer?

• Work in an international environment with teams across different countries
• Scandinavian working style – flat structure, informal atmosphere & no formal dress code
• Flexible working hours with a hybrid work model, offering a balance between office collaboration and home office flexibility
• Additional annual leave of up to 4 extra days, awarded over time in recognition of your tenure with us
• Private medical care (LUX MED) and life insurance (Unum)
• Cafeteria benefits system (gym card, vouchers, travel points, cinema tickets – you choose)
• Employee Assistance Program (psychological, legal and financial support)
• Wellbeing initiatives, including sports activities and communities (e.g. running team)
• Structured onboarding and access to expert‑led trainings
• Co‑financing of education and certifications, supporting continuous professional development
• Employee referral bonus program
• Brand‑new modern office full of greenery and plants
• On‑site parking
• Spacious canteen with fresh breakfasts and lunches available daily

We are committed to salary transparency and will discuss the salary range and benefits before the first interview.

Read more about Arla Global Shared Services

Global Shared Services brings together multiple functions based in the Punkt building in Gdańsk. Our teams support Arla’s global business across areas including IT, Finance, Procurement and HR, providing expertise, solutions and services that enable efficient business operations worldwide. From technology and digital solutions, through financial and procurement processes, to people-related services, we work together to support Arla’s business and its continued development. Together, we are dedicated to one collective mission ensuring an optimal global supply of fresh Arla products every single day.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

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