Our client is a well-established logistics company based in Zaltbommel, operating across more than 40 countries. From their headquarters, they coordinate transport operations, maintain strong relationships with customers, hauliers, and charter partners, and manage their own fleet of trailers. The company is known for its flexible, solution-oriented approach and ability to handle complex transport challenges across Europe.
We are currently looking for an experienced:
Senior Transport Planner
Your responsibilities:
As a Senior Transport Planner, you will become part of the Fleet Team and play a key role in managing and optimizing transport operations for the company’s own trailer fleet.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Creating and coordinating efficient transport schedules
- Monitoring current fleet positions and proactively reacting to any deviations or delays
- Optimizing routes and operational efficiency
- Providing clear instructions and support to hauliers and transport partners
- Managing assigned transport units and ensuring smooth daily operations
- Supporting digital and process improvement initiatives
- Handling customer communication as well as administrative and financial aspects related to transport operations
You will work closely with a supportive team of experienced colleagues in a fast-paced international environment.
What we are looking for:
- Relevant education in logistics, transport or supply chain
- Minimum 4 years of experience as a Transport Planner
- Good knowledge of TMS systems, Excel and MS Office tools (especially Outlook)
- Very good command of English
- Knowledge of Dutch, German or French will be considered an advantage
- Strong organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Proactive, flexible and solution-oriented mindset
- Customer-focused approach combined with cost awareness
Even if you do not meet every formal qualification, but have strong practical experience in transport planning, we encourage you to apply.
What the company offers:
- Full-time, stable employment in a growing international logistics company
- Modern office located within walking distance from Zaltbommel station
- Dynamic and independent role with real impact on operations
- Responsibility for the full logistics process
- Open, informal and supportive working culture
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Attractive additional benefits including:
- public transport card
- company bicycle
- lunch and fresh fruit
- Collaboration with an experienced and motivated team where work atmosphere and employee development are highly valued
This is a full-time, fully on-site position based in Zaltbommel, the Netherlands.
