Transport Planner - Northern Cape Routes

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transport Planner to optimize routes and schedules for a remote fleet operating across South Africa, focusing on the Northern Cape region. You will leverage planning software and transport economics to maximize efficiency and minimize costs from a home office.

The role requires strong analytical skills, independence, and excellent communication with dispatch, operations, and customers. Prior experience with South African road networks is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in transport planning, route optimization, or logistics coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize daily, weekly, and monthly transport plans for the Northern Cape fleet.
• Use route planning software to create efficient, cost-effective delivery routes.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and drivers to ensure plan execution.
• Monitor fleet performance and identify efficiency, fuel, and delivery-time improvements.
• Analyze data for trends and cost reductions.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and company policies.
• Communicate with operations, sales, and customer service.
• Adapt plans in response to demand changes or disruptions.
• Collaborate with fleet management on vehicle utilization.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

RouteXL

Paragon

Samsara

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant logistics provider with extensive operations across **South Africa**, is seeking a talented Transport Planner to focus on optimizing routes and schedules for their fleet serving the **Northern Cape** region. This is a vital, fully remote role where you will leverage your expertise in logistics planning software and your understanding of transport economics to maximize efficiency and minimize costs. You will be responsible for developing daily, weekly, and monthly transport plans, coordinating with dispatch and operations teams, and ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and thrives in an independent, remote work setting. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a national logistics network from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize daily, weekly, and monthly transport plans for the fleet operating in the **Northern Cape**.
• Utilize advanced route planning software to create efficient and cost-effective delivery routes.
• Coordinate closely with dispatchers and drivers to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Monitor fleet performance and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, fuel consumption, and delivery times.
• Analyze transport data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including operations, sales, and customer service.
• Respond proactively to changes in demand or unforeseen disruptions, adjusting plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with the fleet management team on vehicle utilization and maintenance scheduling.
• Generate reports on transport operations performance and key metrics for management review.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in transport planning, route optimization, or logistics coordination.
• Proficiency with specialized route planning and fleet management software (e.g., RouteXL, Paragon, Samsara).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with **South African** road networks and transport regulations is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements in transport operations.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance. Our client provides a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development. You will have access to cutting-edge planning tools and the autonomy to implement your strategic vision. Join a forward-thinking company that is committed to optimizing its logistics network across **South Africa**. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Transport Planner to make a significant impact on operations from anywhere in the country, contributing to the efficiency of services in the **Northern Cape**.