For our office in Antwerp we are looking for a
Fleet Planning Manager (f/m/d)
Alpha Trains has owned and leased locomotives and passenger trains for 25 years. More than 160 employees of various nationalities are active across Europe. Our more than 1,000 locomotives and passenger trains are utilized in 22 European countries.
Who we are looking for
We are looking for someone who is passionate about optimizing fleet operations and ensuring seamless locomotive performance with at least 5 years of experience to keep our locomotive fleet running smoothly! If you are a pro at juggling maintenance schedules, fleet monitoring, and forecasting with top-notch Excel skills, all while keeping customers happy, we want to hear from you. Bonus points if you speak both English and German and thrive on adapting to whatever challenges roll your way!
WHAT WOULD KEEP YOU BUSY
- Fleet Monitoring: keep a close eye on our locomotive fleets status, whether operational, on/off lease, or in maintenance, ensuring everything runs smoothly
- Forecasting: provide accurate forecasts for fleet planning, aiding in remarketing efforts and ensuring optimal utilization
- Inspection Protocols: prepare detailed delivery and re-delivery inspection protocols to maintain high standards
- Utilization Reporting: monitor and report on fleet utilization, tracking engine and running hours, as well as kilometers covered
- Customer and Service Provider Liaison: collaborate with full-service providers and customers, supporting commercial managers and the full-service manager to deliver exceptional service
- Maintenance Supervision: oversee maintenance planning to minimize locomotive downtime and ensure efficient operations
- Forward Planning: manage the fleet"s heavy maintenance history to ensure accurate forward planning and maintenance schedules
- Breakdown Management: handle breakdowns, failures, and repair requests for locomotives under Full Service, ensuring quick resolutions
- System Input: provide essential input into fleet planning tools and ERP systems to maintain accurate and up-to-date records
WHAT YOU BRING TO OUR TEAM
If you are excited about joining our team, here is what we are looking for in the ideal candidate:
- At least 5+ years of experience in fleet management, account management, logistics, or a similar field ideally in an international context
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications is a must, knowledge of Salesforce and MS Power platform and asset management software are a plus
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks efficiently
- Strong analytical capabilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to manage complex stakeholder relationships and communicate clearly
- Strong customer service orientation to meet and exceed customer expectations
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and handle unexpected challenges with ease
- Comfortable working under pressure, dealing with incidents, and managing shifting priorities
- Fluency in English and a basic knowledge of German are essential
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU
At Alpha Trains we have a mission: to keep our employees happy. So, we go the extra mile to make your working life more enjoyable: From fresh apples in our office fruit basket to annual company offsites, from bike leasing options so you can get to the office in style to an insurance package that gives you the peace of mind you need. Want more transparency? Attend our weekly town hall meetings. And because we are all about collaboration, we keep our hierarchies flat and friendly.
And, last but not least, prepare to meet the most awesome, dedicated and party-ready colleagues at Alpha Trains.
Not fully convinced? We asked our colleagues: what makes working at Alpha Trains special: Employee film
APPLY NOW
Please submit your detailed application documents with a CV and a cover letter as a PDF file by email to: HR_at_alphatrains.eu. You are also welcome to contact us without any obligation and directly by telephone:
