Transport Planner & Logistics Process Improvement Specialist (f/m/div.)

Robert Bosch Group; Aveiro; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Training opportunities and certs

Career progression potential

Discounts on Bosch products

On-site medical office

Job summary

Bosch Group in Aveiro, Portugal, invites a capable Transport Planner & Logistics Process Improvement Specialist to join a large global team. You will drive daily transport planning, coordinate inbound/outbound activities, and advance digital solutions across SAP logistics processes.

Strong Excel, Power BI, and KPI analytics are essential for success. Join a major production site within Bosch Home Comfort, contributing to sustainable, efficient logistics while collaborating with global colleagues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• Experience in transport planning or logistics operations.
• Experience coordinating inbound and outbound transport activities.
• Experience with SAP logistics processes; S/4HANA exposure is an advantage.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics improvement initiatives focusing on service levels, on-time delivery and efficiency.
• Define and implement new processes, driving digitalization, AI-based solutions, automation, and simplification of administrative activities.
• Develop, document, and standardize operational processes and procedures.
• Analyse logistics KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Plan and execute daily outbound transport activities to ensure smooth operations.
• Coordinate transport schedules and support resolution of planning issues.
• Prepare reports and support data analysis for decision-making.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders for efficient logistics execution.

Skills

Structured problem-solving

Attention to detail

Proactive

Team player

Communication skills

Adaptable

Willing to learn

Education

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

Tools

SAP logistics processes

S/4HANA exposure

Power BI

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Transport Planner & Logistics Process Improvement Specialist (f/m/div.)

• Full-time
• Legal Entity: Home Comfort

The Bosch Group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In the city of Aveiro, Bosch has one of its biggest production sites for Bosch Home Comfort division, as well as a Research and Development Center for new and improved heating solutions for the residential segment. With more than 1400 employees, focused on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, Bosch Aveiro joins together experts in diverse areas, from mechanical engineering to connectivity and software solutions, as well as industrialization and quality.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Logistics improvement initiatives focused on service levels, on-time delivery and operational efficiency, involving Inbound and Outbound teams in the execution.
• Define and implement new processes, driving digitalization, AI-based solutions, automation, and simplification of administrative activities.
• Develop, document, and standardize operational processes and procedures.
• Analyse logistics KPIs and help identify improvement opportunities.
• Plan and execute daily outbound transport activities to ensure smooth logistics operations, following established logistics standards and processes.
• Coordinate transport schedules and support the resolution of operational planning issues.
• Prepare reports and support data analysis for operational decision-making.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient logistics execution.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• Experience in transport planning or logistics operations.
• Experience coordinating inbound and outbound transport activities.
• Experience working with SAP logistics processes; exposure to S/4HANA is an advantage.
• Experience monitoring operational KPIs and supporting process improvement initiatives is a plus.

Know-how

• Good knowledge of inbound and outbound logistics processes.
• Understanding of transport planning, warehouse operations, and supply chain fundamentals.
• Knowledge of SAP logistics processes; S/4HANA exposure is an advantage.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Power BI and data analysis skills are considered a plus.

Languages

• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Additional languages are an advantage.

Working Style and Methods

• Daily transport planning and operational coordination.
• KPI monitoring and basic performance analysis.
• Structured problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Process improvement support.
• SAP testing and implementation support.
• Reporting and data-driven follow-up.
• Ability to manage multiple operational priorities.

Personality

• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Proactive and hands-on.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Willing to learn and contribute to process improvements.

Benefits

• Exchange with colleagues around the world
• Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)
• Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications
• Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development
• Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products
• Sports and health related activities

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