Transport Planner
Core
End-to-end logistical operational performance and delivery planning for parcels and outbound consignments to secure buyer availability at lowest total cost.
Role type
Transport Planner (Logistics Operations)
Builds
Parcel shipments, outbound consignments, and extra ordinary freights for IKEA buyers globally.
Domain
Retail supply chain / Logistics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Logistics operations, supply chain planning, deviation handling, stakeholder relationship management, process improvement, data analysis, Microsoft Office proficiency, English fluency, Mandarin fluency
Preferred skills
Change management, analytical thinking, problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
Microsoft Office, supply chain planning systems
Responsibilities
Monitor and follow up shipments to secure buyer availability; plan and execute outbound consignments; manage extra ordinary freights; reschedule or cancel shipments due to operational deviations; resolve operational deviations with internal and external stakeholders; maintain relationships with suppliers, transport providers, and retailers; communicate delivery status and changes to stakeholders; optimize equipment utilization in outbound consignments; contribute to delivery operations process development.
Seniority
Individual Contributor
