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DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

Barge & Rail Planner

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeRotterdam, NetherlandsNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Experience with transport planning, logistics, or supply chain processes.
  • Knowledge of rail and/or inland waterway transport, with an interest in both modes.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to adapt quickly in a changing environment.
  • Clear and confident communication with customers, terminals, and partners.
  • Resilience and a solution-oriented mindset, including in situations outside one's direct influence.
  • Critical thinking with awareness of operational and financial impact, such as high daily transport costs.
  • Fluent Dutch and German, with business-fluent English.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and optimize container transport by barge and rail, considering customer needs, available capacity, and costs.
  • Coordinate transport schedules with seaport and inland waterway terminals across Europe to ensure smooth handoffs.
  • Work closely with customer service teams to align plans with customer expectations.
  • Monitor ongoing transports and respond to disruptions such as low water levels, weather, or terminal congestion.
  • Communicate clearly and proactively with customers, partners, and internal teams to ensure transparency and continuity.
  • Take responsibility for resolving operational issues and adjust schedules quickly when needed.
  • Contribute to new transport initiatives, such as developing new routes and connections.
  • Collaborate with a team of barge and rail planners, share knowledge, and support colleagues as needed.
  • Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, cost control, and service.

About the Company

DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

DP World is a global logistics and port operator that provides integrated, end-to-end supply chain solutions. It runs marine and inland terminals, manages ports and free zones, and offers cargo logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and value-added services such as packaging and reverse logistics. Its products work by operating a large network of terminals and logistics services that connect shipping, warehousing, and distribution, charging container handling fees and offering downstream services to improve supply chain efficiency. The company differentiates itself through its expansive, worldwide network (across 40+ countries) and its ability to control multiple stages of the supply chain—from ports and terminals to contract logistics and economic zones—allowing for seamless multimodal flows. DP World’s goal is to enable smooth, integrated global trade by expanding its network and offering end-to-end logistics solutions for diverse industries.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.5B
Headquarters
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded
2005

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