Automotive Logistics Dispatcher - Returnable Packaging

SWJ Portugal Engineering Solutions; Almada; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Swj Portugal Engineering Solutions in Lisbon is seeking a Logistics Dispatcher – Returnable Packaging to oversee the supply of returnable containers for automotive clients. You will operate within SAP-based systems, monitor stock levels and transport operations across four XDock sites, ensuring timely responses to issues.

Based at our Lisbon site, this permanent full-time role requires 1–3 years of logistics experience, strong data skills, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Completed qualification in logistics, freight forwarding, industry or a comparable field.
• 1–3 years in operational logistics, scheduling, supply chain management or a comparable environment.
• Experience with data and digital processes.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily availability of returnable containers and incoming requirements from suppliers/plants.
• Review automatically generated planning proposals and adjust/approve as defined.
• Manage operational planning for four XDock sites.
• Identify deviations, bottlenecks and delays and initiate necessary measures.
• Follow up on bottlenecks and disruptions until a solution is found.
• Coordinate ad hoc deliveries or stock reallocations when needed.
• Check orders and system data for plausibility; ensure information is accurate and complete.
• Handle special and clearing cases and provide necessary information to resolve them.
• Communicate critical situations and escalate if no independent solution is possible.
• Work closely with supervisor or team leader on complex/critical situations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Process discipline

Initiative and responsibility

Strong communication skills

MS Office

English proficiency

German language skills

Education

Logistics qualification

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Swj Portugal Engineering Solutions in Lisbon is seeking a Logistics Dispatcher – Returnable Packaging to oversee the supply of returnable containers for automotive clients. You will operate within SAP-based systems, monitor stock levels and transport operations across four XDock sites, ensuring timely responses to issues.

Based at our Lisbon site, this permanent full-time role requires 1–3 years of logistics experience, strong data skills, and fluent English.