Hybrid Logistics Planner: Route Optimization & Cost Savings

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planning Specialist to optimize route plans, loads, and resource allocation. You will work with operations to ensure cost-effective, timely plans aligned with SLAs in a hybrid setup.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, proficiency with logistics software, and collaboration with carriers and internal teams to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics planning or transportation management.
• Strong analytical and quantitative data interpretation skills.
• Familiarity with logistics software and route optimization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain optimized logistics and transportation plans.
• Analyze shipping data to identify route optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with carriers and internal teams for timely delivery.
• Manage and update logistics planning software and databases.
• Monitor shipment progress and address potential delays.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance and variances.
• Assist in forecasting transportation needs and resources.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and policies.
• Support the team in resolving operational challenges and process improvements.
• Contribute to long-term logistics strategy development.

Skills

Logistics planning

Transportation management

Data analysis

Route optimization

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics or related

Tools

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planning Specialist to optimize route plans, loads, and resource allocation. You will work with operations to ensure cost-effective, timely plans aligned with SLAs in a hybrid setup.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, proficiency with logistics software, and collaboration with carriers and internal teams to drive efficiency and continuous improvement.