Hybrid Logistics Planner: Route Optimization & Growth

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planning Specialist for our client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on optimizing movement of goods, with hybrid work support and collaboration with operations to ensure cost-effective, timely plans aligned with SLAs.

Responsibilities include developing transportation plans, data-driven route optimization, carrier coordination, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations Research, or related field.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data interpretation.
• Experience with logistics planning software and route optimization tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain optimized logistics and transportation plans.
• Analyze shipping data for route optimization and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with carriers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Manage logistics planning software and databases.
• Monitor shipment progress and address delays or issues.
• Prepare reports on logistics performance and variances.
• Forecast transportation needs and resource requirements.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and policies.
• Support the logistics team in resolving operational challenges and improving processes.
• Contribute to long-term logistics strategies for the company.

Skills

Logistics planning

Data analysis

Route optimization

Carrier coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

TMS

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planning Specialist for our client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on optimizing movement of goods, with hybrid work support and collaboration with operations to ensure cost-effective, timely plans aligned with SLAs.

Responsibilities include developing transportation plans, data-driven route optimization, carrier coordination, and regulatory compliance.