Transport Planner

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About Perfetti Van Melle

At Perfetti Van Melle we’re all about creating sweeter moments for all! We are the world's second largest Sugar Confectionery company – an Italian family-owned business formed over 120 years ago. It has continuously grown and innovated to be the company it is today, with over 18,000 people across 38 operating companies, and products enjoyed in over 150 countries.

Our colleagues in the Transport Planner team of the European Plan & Deliver CoE are eager to team up with you to make sure everyone can enjoy our delicious freshmakers and sweets every single day.

Where we need you:

Job Title: Transport Planner
Department: Plan & Deliver CoE
Dedication: Full time
Location: Lainate, Via Clerici

Ensures timely, cost-effective, and reliable transportation of goods across the Europe. Translates supply plans into efficient transport execution while collaborating closely with warehouses, carriers, and customer service teams.

Your core responsibilities at a glance:

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

The ingredients of Perfetti Van Melle – is this your flavor?

We are Taste Makers in Candy! As the third-largest confectionery company in the world – and the second in Europe – we’re on a journey to become the best in making candy. And we need great colleagues to make that happen.

What makes us unique:

• Empowering – Growth and development opportunities tailored to you.
• Fun – A family-like culture, team events, and yes… a candy factory!
• Innovation – Active engagement in topics like health, sustainability, and food safety.
• Dynamic – With operations in 30+ countries and exciting new acquisitions, we’re constantly evolving.

The ideal recipe for our new Transport Planner:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience in Customer Service, Logistics, or Supply Chain.
• 3+ years of experience
• Proficiency in English
• Transport Management Systems (TMS), e.g., SAP TM, Oracle Transport Management
• Excel and transport tracking tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Problem-solver with a proactive mindset.
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Solid understanding of European transport operations and incoterms.
• Familiarity with shipment documentation and compliance, including export declarations, T1/T2 documentation, CMRs, and packing lists.
• Knowledge of transport cost structures and carrier performance metrics.
• Experience coordinating with external logistics provider

We offer:

A dynamic, hybrid working environment within our Center of Excellence
The chance to make a tangible impact on global supply planning processes
Opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional collaboration
A culture that values innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement

At Perfetti Van Melle, we believe the strength of our team lies in diversity. We create a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to grow.

Ready to shape the future of sweets? Apply now and help us create even more sweet moments!