Transport Planner - English Speaker - (SAP) Amsterdam • Page Personnel

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Are you ready to ensure timely, cost-effective, and reliable transportation of goods across Europe?

As a Transport Planner in the FMCG sector, you will play a vital role in coordinating and optimising transport operations. Based in Amsterdam, this temporary position requires expertise in logistics systems, including SAP S4HANA, to ensure efficient supply chain processes.

Description

• Plan and schedule transportation activities in line with supply and delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with 3PL partners, carriers, customs brokers, and warehouses to ensure on-time delivery of goods.
• Optimize transport routes, loads, and costs while maintaining high service levels.
• Monitor transport performance and proactively resolve exceptions or delays.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance, including preparing export/import instructions per country-specific flows.
• Collaborate with Supply Planning, Customer Service, and Logistics teams for alignment.
• Contribute to transport-related projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Support sustainability goals by optimizing CO₂ emissions and transport modes.

Profile

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in transport planning or logistics.

Language Skills:

• Proficient in English, both written and spoken.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Problem solver with a proactive mindset.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Functional Skills:

• Solid understanding of European transport operations and Incoterms.
• Familiarity with shipment documentation and compliance such as export declarations, T1/T2 documentation, CMRs, and packing lists.
• Knowledge of transport cost structures and carrier performance metrics.
• Experience coordinating with external logistics providers.

Tools:

• Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS), such as SAP
• Strong skills in Excel and transport tracking tools.

Job Offer

• A temporary assignment at a leading international company in the FMCG industry.
• A challenging and varied role with room for personal initiative.
• Collaboration with a professional and enthusiastic team.

Waar je gaat werken

Our client is a globally recognized leader in FMCG industry, known for producing a lot of different type of products with over millions of customers worldwide.

With a strong focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability, they operate multiple manufacturing and distribution centers across Europe. The company values teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering excellent service to their customers and partners.