About this position
we are looking for an import planner to join our supply chain team. This position is responsible for coordinating and managing the administrative side of international import operations, ensuring the timely arrival and delivery of raw materials and finished goods for direct commercialization.
the ideal candidate has experience in international trade, import processes, and customs procedures, with strong organizational and communication skills to coordinate with suppliers, customs agents, and logistics teams.
what you´ll do
* coordinates and supports the transport planning process to ensure delivery of goods on-time.
* coordinates with transport planner closely and ensures availability of carriers.
* coordinates with warehouses and customer service control tower plans deliveries not managed, i.e. rush orders.
* solves issues communicated from transport planner during the planning process.
* provides new / changed master data to transport planner.
* reviews and proposes improvements on transport planning scope, i.e. exclusion of lanes.
* manages transport complaints.
* provides reconciliation of deviations in carrier invoicing with purchasing / finance.
* prepares transport kpis and reports.
what makes you a good fit
* bachelor's degree in international business, commerce, or industrial engineering (or related field).
* experience: minimum 2+ years in import operations, logistics, or international trade.
* languages: intermediate english (advanced preferred) — able to communicate with international suppliers.
* systems: experience with sap is desirable (not required).
* knowledge:
* international trade and import procedures.
* customs documentation and coordination with customs brokers.
* freight coordination and delivery to local warehouses.
some perks of joining henkel
* flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
* diverse national and international growth opportunities
* global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
* gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
* employee share plan with voluntary investment and henkel matching shares
* flexible benefits
* savings fund
* friday early finish
at henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us we welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.