Remote Transport & Route Optimization Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote position

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Transport Planner to optimize national delivery routes from home. You will design efficient routes, schedule fleet movements, and cut transit times while minimizing fuel use, using advanced planning software and data analysis.

The role requires independence in a fully remote setting, strong analytical abilities, and a solid understanding of transportation logistics within Canada.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport/route planning roles.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities for remote work.
• Clear communication with drivers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and optimize transportation routes for a diverse fleet.
• Schedule driver assignments and delivery timelines.
• Use TMS and routing software to create plans.
• Monitor shipments and adjust plans for delays or issues.
• Analyze data for cost savings and service improvements.
• Collaborate with dispatchers and drivers to ensure execution.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Transport planning

Route optimization

Data analysis

Remote work

Communication

Tools

Route optimization software

Transportation Management System (TMS)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Transport Planner to optimize national delivery routes from home. You will design efficient routes, schedule fleet movements, and cut transit times while minimizing fuel use, using advanced planning software and data analysis.

The role requires independence in a fully remote setting, strong analytical abilities, and a solid understanding of transportation logistics within Canada.