Manager Planning & Engineering

Company:
NLD FedEx Express Netherlands B.V.

Address:
Taurusavenue 125
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
39.25

Worker Type:
Regular

Posting Start Date
7-Oct-2026

Posting Close Date:
29-Nov-2026

Job Family:
FXE-EU: Manager Planning & Engineering (ID)

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Manager Planning and Engineering .

Who we are: FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to-day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. 530,000 team members strong, we are as diverse as the world we serve. We love what we do, and we do it well. Our reach is big, and so are our dreams. Join us and let's write our next chapter together.

What you will be doing:

- Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing team within the Europe Air Network Planning & Engineering division. Provide coaching, guidance, and support to ensure team members achieve their objectives and are equipped with the necessary skills and tools.
- Plan and organize resources to identify and develop goals related to network initiatives. Ensure alignment with divisional and corporate objectives, manage risks, and secure stakeholder buy-in. Present plans and strategies to senior management for approval.
- Maintain and develop expertise in Commercial Linehaul standards, external regulations, and the broader business environment. Provide expert advice on complex issues and explore innovative opportunities and solutions for the air network.
- Lead the design and implementation of process improvements and best practices that enhance network efficiency and performance.
- Identify and analyze business challenges, opportunities, and constraints in air network operations. Make high-impact decisions and sponsor the implementation of solutions to ensure optimal results.
- Conduct high-quality analysis, provide recommendations, and contribute to strategic planning for the air network. Develop and communicate reports and insights to key stakeholders, including executive and senior management.
- Oversee projects and initiatives within the air network, ensuring successful delivery within time and budget constraints. Support your team with project management tools and lead the implementation of approved solutions.
- Manage the departmental budget, optimizing costs and ensuring expenditures are reviewed and controlled within agreed practices and spend limits. Drive cost efficiencies without compromising on service quality.
- Ensure departmental activities comply with internal FedEx policies, aviation regulations, and legal requirements. Identify opportunities for operational improvements and assess risks that may impact the air network and the broader business.
- Develops and implements effective methods for the collation, analysis and reporting of key operational data (Commercial Lift, trucking, aircraft load factors, product mix etc). Ensures that standard and ad-hoc reports are providing for own and functional executive management, supported by appropriate recommendations and rationale. Participates, or ensures and appropriate team member participates in cross regional conference calls and service evaluations. Works with FP&A to ensure reporting an control in line with our accounting standards
- Build strong relationships within your team and with key stakeholders across the business, ensuring effective collaboration. Maintain external alignments with customers, subject matter experts, and industry organizations as required.

What do you bring with you:

- A degree or professional qualification in Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline.
- Excellent command of English both written and spoken
- Significant experience (5-10 years) in a managerial role within planning and engineering, particularly in the network domain.
- Strong analytical, influencing, and decision-making skills. Demonstrated leadership abilities, with proficiency in planning and organizing.
- Expert knowledge of FedEx standards, external regulations, and best practices in air network operations.
- Relevant business accreditation or qualifications.
- Experience in managing projects and departmental budgets effectively.
- Ability to ensure compliance with policies and regulations while identifying and implementing process improvements.

What do we offer:

- Attractive compensation package .
- Training to get you started and on-the-job learning opportunities.
- Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge. Tuition Assistance Program (*applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract) .
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations.
- Employee reduced-rate shipping.
- Great career opportunities.

FedEx is one of the worlds most admired companies and trusted brands year after year Bring your ideas, individuality, and dreams to our global community. Feel good about where you work. Choose your career path - we’re ready to invest in your development. Join FedEx.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all

Our Company
FedEx Express is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy
The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people.
Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture
Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.