MEDLOG NETHERLANDS B.V., located in the Waalhaven in Rotterdam, is part of the global MEDLOG Transport & Logistics network, providing inland logistics solutions with over 7000 trucks, 6000 trains, and more than 420 inland depots. MEDLOG is a subsidiary of the MSC Group.

Currently, MEDLOG Netherlands B.V. is seeking a:

Transport Planner Assistant - Container Trucking

In this role, you will work alongside the transport planner/work distributor and fellow assistant planners to ensure accurate route planning for our sea container drivers (approximately 20). The routes primarily involve transport from the Rotterdam port and Antwerp to destinations throughout the Netherlands, and occasionally Belgium or Germany.

Responsibilities:

• Support the administrative processing of transport assignments.
• Assist in creating the most optimal planning for road transport, considering cost, quality, and service levels.
• Coordinate planning and provide work instructions to drivers.
• Respond promptly to deviations or changes in the planning.
• Maintain communication with customers regarding planning, pick-up, and delivery times, etc.
• Foster strong business relationships with our clients.
• Propose and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with the supervisor to establish pricing agreements with customers.

Requirements:

• Excellent planning skills.
• Naturally proactive in responding to changes, always thinking in solutions.
• Strong customer and service orientation.
• Good communication skills for coordination with customers and drivers.
• Preferably some work experience as a junior or assistant transport planner for road transport, with knowledge of various types of cargo (e.g., ADR).
• Minimum MBO-4 work and thinking level.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (driving/rest times, customs documentation, permits, etc.); if not, a willingness to learn quickly.
• Geographic knowledge.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English.
• Sense of responsibility and ability to manage, adapt, and work independently in a dynamic and hectic environment.
• Availability for phone duties before/after regular office hours (own drivers).

What We Offer:

• An engaging and responsible role in a truly Rotterdam work environment.
• Being part of a small, informal team; 3 other colleagues in the office and 18 on the road.
• A salary range of EUR 3100 – 3500 gross per 4 weeks.

Please submit your application by September 1st; we look forward to hearing from you!