Import/Export Planner – Office (Contract to Hire)

About the role

An import/export planner is needed in the office in Eindhoven, Netherlands, on a contract-to-hire basis. The role works within a team of logistics employees who share tasks so customers are served efficiently, and the planner follows the instructions of the team leader, supervisor and manager.

Key responsibilities

• Accept and schedule bookings
• Search for the most suitable solution for each shipment
• Monitor shipments and give customers continuous updates on their status, together with customer service
• Ensure customer agreements are fulfilled
• Update the various operational systems

Required profile

• Valid ID and a CV in English
• B2 level English (fluent), written and spoken; mastery of another language such as Dutch is an advantage
• MBO+/HBO diploma in logistics or import/export, or equivalent experience in the transport and logistics sector
• 1-3 years of experience
• Stress-resistant, proactive, customer-focused, accurate and able to work independently
• Team player with a good command of English
• VOG (certificate of good conduct)

Required skills

• Familiarity with SAP or TMS
• Logistics or import/export background

What we offer

• Starting salary of 18.40 EUR gross
• Overtime pay: 30% after 18 hours, 50% after midnight, 50% on Saturdays, 100% on Sundays and public holidays
• EU workers: flexible contract of 40 hours per week with a 1-month probation; other countries: year contract with 1-month probation
• 5 weeks vacation per year
• Housing costs deducted from the salary and transport paid extra or organised by the company