Transport Planning Clerk
ゆそうけいかくじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Transport planning clerks plan and coordinate transportation routes and schedules for cargo and baggage, managing operations to ensure smooth delivery services.
Description
Transport planning clerks develop and manage transportation plans by comprehensively considering optimal routes, vehicle arrangements, loading efficiency, delivery dates, and costs based on shippers' or customers' requests. They handle coordination with carriers, warehouses, and customs brokers; create and manage transportation documents; monitor transportation status; and respond to issues, aiming to improve overall logistics efficiency and quality. In recent years, they are required to utilize transportation data analysis and management systems for DX initiatives and reducing environmental impact.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the e-commerce market and global logistics, demand is expected to increase steadily, and skills in system utilization and data analysis for optimizing transportation and achieving decarbonization will be increasingly emphasized.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Good at organizing and tidying / Strong sense of responsibility / Values communication
Work Style
Career Path
Transport Planning Clerk (Junior) → Transport Planning Clerk (Senior) → Logistics Planner → Logistics Manager
Required Skills
Clerical Processing / Excel (Advanced) / Schedule Management / Transport Management System Operation
Recommended Skills
Budget Management / Communication Skills (Foreign Languages) / Data Analysis (BI Tools) / ERP Systems
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in input or oversights can lead to delays and increased costs. |
| Communication Skills | Coordination with many stakeholders such as carriers and customers is essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Schedule planning considering multiple factors is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Delivery Planning Clerk
- Logistics Planning Clerk
- Transport Management Clerk
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