Transport and Logistics Planner

The opportunity

We are looking for a Transport and Logistics Planner for our Power Quality Solutions business in Västerås.

In this role, you will be responsible for handling shipments worldwide and ensure that deliveries arrive at the destination on time with the correct documentation.

The work includes coordination with both internal stakeholders, suppliers and freight forwarders, planning and booking shipments along with producing the relevant documents for transportation. This means that you are an important link and coordinator between many parties, hence good teamwork and collaboration skills are crucial to succeed in the role.

The execution of the tasks must always follow regulations and routines regarding quality and safety as well as legal aspects. This role includes routine tasks but also problem solving and continuous improvement. The work is conducted in a fast-paced global environment, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration.

• Ensure on-time delivery of goods from packed material to delivery at site, handling the entire process from planning, booking to monitoring.
• Fulfill packing, marking and shipping procedures and create shipping documents per project requirements and in compliance with local and global trade regulations.
• Work together with internal project managers, suppliers, forwarders and customer representatives to ensure a smooth shipping process of Hitachi goods to site.
• Ensure project timelines and transportation budgets are met.
• Represent the Logistics department in project teams and keep the organization up to date on the current processes and regulations.
• Establish best execution practices and contribute to ongoing initiatives within the team and drive change.

• Experience or education in area of transport/logistics/shipping
• Basic knowledge of logistics compliance (import and export documentation/rules)
• Good communication and networking skills as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong administration skills and capability to handle periods of high intensity with many tasks/topics ongoing
• Interest in driving continuous improvement, optimizing processes and ability to adapt to changes.
• Fluency in English, written and verbal, is a requirement.

• Collective agreement
• Flexible working time
• Health care and wellness allowance
• Fantastic career possibilities within Hitachi Energy both within Sweden and globally
• Mentor to support you throughout onboard phase
• Various trainings and education supporting employee development
• Diversified company with over 70+ nationalities working in Sweden
• Supplementary compensation for parental leave
• Employee Benefit Portal with thousands of discounts and perks