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DHL Global Forwarding is an important link in international trade! We ensure that our customers can distribute their products internationally. This by air, ship or train.
Through our close cooperation with air freight companies and shipping companies, we ensure that all types of products (the medicines you take, the clothes you wear, the chocolate you love to eat, the new mirror on your car, the large crane that you put in your street, ...) get to their destination on time. This often on the other side of the world.
Air Freight Planner
Job description
You will be responsible for planning and managing airfreight bookings within the BRU HUB. You calculate shipment volumes, prepare quotations, and ensure optimal capacity management.
Your main responsibilities include:
- Daily coordination and optimization of airfreight capacity within the BRU HUB
- Monitoring market trends and proposing volume steering or capacity adjustments when required
- Negotiating with airlines to secure competitive ad hoc rates and optimal shipping conditions
- Handling booking requests from customers and suppliers in a timely and accurate manner
- Managing capacity increases, reductions, and cancellations
- Following up on irregularity reports and planning-related issues
- Ensuring timely handover of clear instructions to Operations, Warehouse, Handlers, and Road departments
- Booking shipments via various platforms, including CargoWeb and other digital systems
Profile
We are looking for a motivated professional with strong airfreight expertise and a proactive mindset.
- Knowledge of airfreight forwarding
- Experience with airfreight consolidation (ULD and flight level)
- Strong communication skills (English is a must, other languages are a plus)
- Operationally strong with good analytical abilities
- Creative, service-oriented, and financially aware
- Strong problem-solving mindset
- Stress-resistant, flexible, and adaptable
- Good understanding of airfreight security regulations
- Customer-focused with a drive to exceed expectations
Offer
You will join a young and dynamic team where collaboration and growth are encouraged.
- A challenging role within a small, fast-paced environment
- Competitive salary package with additional benefits
- Training opportunities to further develop your skills
- Daily exposure to international operations
- Working hours: Friday-Tuesday 10am – 7pm (you’re off on Wednesday and Thursday)