Remote Transport Planner - Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Advanced planning tools

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and analytical Remote Transport Planner to optimize the company’s transportation network from a home office. The role emphasizes cost-efficient routing, load consolidation, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and procurement teams.

You will model scenarios using TMS and planning tools, monitor carrier performance, and deliver data-driven recommendations to improve service levels.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Proven experience in optimizing transportation routes and networks.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), route optimization software, and MS Excel.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• A degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field is preferred.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment.
• Experience in network design and modeling is a significant advantage.
• Must be based in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for route optimization, load consolidation, and cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain efficient transportation plans for various modes (road, rail, sea, air).
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Utilize TMS and other planning software to model scenarios and determine optimal solutions.
• Monitor carrier performance and provide feedback to ensure adherence to SLAs.
• Prepare reports and presentations on transportation costs, service levels, and optimization initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting transportation.
• Support the execution of transport operations by providing clear and actionable plans.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions in the transportation network.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of long‑term supply chain strategies.

Skills

Transport planning

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Independent work

Education

Logistics / Supply Chain degree

Operations Research (preferred)

Tools

TMS

Route optimization software

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent supply chain solutions provider, is looking for a strategic and analytical Remote Transport Planner to join their dynamic team. This fully remote role is crucial for optimizing the company's transportation network, ensuring cost-effectiveness, and improving delivery efficiency across various regions. You will leverage advanced planning tools and your expertise in logistics to design and implement optimal transportation strategies. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented planner to work from home, contribute to major supply chain decisions, and drive significant improvements in logistics operations for a leading company.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze transportation data to identify opportunities for route optimization, load consolidation, and cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain efficient transportation plans for various modes (road, rail, sea, air).
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, procurement) and external partners (carriers, suppliers) to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) and other planning software to model scenarios and determine optimal solutions.
• Monitor carrier performance and provide feedback to ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Prepare reports and presentations on transportation costs, service levels, and optimization initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes affecting transportation.
• Support the execution of transport operations by providing clear and actionable plans.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions in the transportation network.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of long‑term supply chain strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Proven experience in optimizing transportation routes and networks.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS), route optimization software, and MS Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote setting.
• A degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field is preferred.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office environment.
• Experience in network design and modeling is a significant advantage.
• Must be based in South Africa.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant work‑life balance.
• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance‑based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and certification in supply chain planning.
• Access to advanced planning software and tools.
• Be part of a forward‑thinking organization focused on innovation in logistics.
• Collaborative remote team environment.