About the company
Our client is a leading international manufacturer and installer of high-voltage cable systems. They support major energy infrastructure projects across Germany that are critical to the energy transition.
Place of work
- Mainly office-based in the Düsseldorf region
- Occasional business travel within Germany
The role
Working alongside and guided by the senior Logistics team, you’ll ensure the safe, on-time delivery of heavy power cable drums (50–100 tonnes) and associated materials to project sites across Germany.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the company’s representative with customers, suppliers and all other stakeholders on logistics matters
- Studying and planning delivery routes, including any required route measures, and supervising subcontractors
- Preparing and reviewing VEMAGS permit applications and documentation, supervising subcontractors who prepare them, and supporting negotiations with authorities (QGIS training provided)
- Managing logistics costs
- Inspecting goods before dispatch for quantity and quality, and supervising vehicle loading
- Briefing transport companies on cargo characteristics and delivery locations, and staying in contact with them to prevent damage in transit
- Coordinating with the international headquarters and other parties to obtain technical information
- Keeping records of all logistics activities, and documenting procedures, guidelines and process changes
- Managing the safe storage of power cable at intermediate storage locations
What you’ll bring
- Degree in Logistics Engineering or a comparable field
- 5+ years’ experience in a similar role in Germany
- In-depth knowledge of shipping processes, road route planning, freight transportation and customs procedures
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP
- Familiarity with freight forwarders, freight cost management and transport coordination
- German and English at C1 level or above, written and spoken
- Experience with heavy transports (50–100 tonnes)
- MS Project or similar planning software
What’s on offer
- 30 days’ annual leave
- Company car
- International working environment
- Friendly, dynamic culture where experienced colleagues and young talent work side by side
- Free coffee and water, plus on-site parking
- A growing company in a future-focused sector
- Travel mainly within Germany