Logistics planner

You will join an international transport company with multiple branches. It is very easily located from Gent and Kortrijk. There are at least 11,000 people employed within the organization. The company has a very good HR policy and also possesses its own training center. The company invests heavily in training, further education, and an optimal working environment.

Job description

This is what your job looks like

As a transport planner or charterer, you ensure that transport orders are organized and followed up on efficiently.

• You analyze transport requests and seek the best solution for each order.
• You plan transports to, among other places, France and Germany.
• You select suitable transport partners and make clear agreements regarding price, quality, and availability.
• You maintain contact with customers via telephone and Teams.
• You follow up on transport orders from start to finish.
• You are in contact with drivers and keep all involved parties informed.
• You ensure that transport files are processed administratively correctly.
• You monitor costs and revenues and contribute ideas for improvements.
• You handle questions, problems, and complaints in a practical and customer-oriented manner.
• You work closely with colleagues and various departments.
• You start with approximately 20% sales and customer contact. In the long term, you will have the opportunity to build more customer relationships and take on extra planning responsibility.

This is what you need for the job

• You have experience within logistics or transport.
• Experience in transport planning or as a charterer is a strong asset.
• You speak fluent French and English. Knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
• You are organizationally strong and maintain an overview.
• You communicate smoothly and professionally with customers, drivers, and transport partners.
• You have a commercial mindset and enjoy maintaining customer contacts.
• You work accurately and have an eye for correct administration.
• You remain calm under pressure and can prioritize well.
• You think proactively and like to look for practical solutions.
• You take initiative and want to contribute to efficient daily operations.