Distribution Planner

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and retirement

Growth and development opportunities

Dynamic collaborative environment

Exposure to diverse logistics挑战

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a proactive Distribution Planner to optimize the flow of goods from warehouses to customers, ensuring timely deliveries and efficient route management. You will plan distribution schedules, coordinate with transportation partners, monitor shipments, and resolve logistical challenges to keep the supply chain running smoothly in a busy urban environment.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with planning software, and the ability to perform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in distribution planning or similar logistics planning roles.
• Solid understanding of distribution, transportation and logistics operations.
• Proficiency with logistics planning software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize distribution plans and delivery routes to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Coordinate with transportation carriers and drivers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively address delays or disruptions.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.
• Analyze distribution data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all distribution activities.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Distribution Planner to join their team in Soweto . This role is critical in optimizing the flow of goods from warehouses to customers, ensuring timely deliveries and efficient route management. You will be responsible for planning distribution schedules, coordinating with transportation partners, and resolving any logistical challenges that arise. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of our supply chain operations within a bustling urban environment, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective distribution strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize distribution plans and delivery routes to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.


• Coordinate with transportation carriers and drivers to ensure timely pickups and deliveries.


• Monitor shipment progress and proactively address any delays or disruptions.


• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers.


• Analyze distribution data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.


• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all distribution activities.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Distribution Planner or in a similar logistics planning role.


• Solid understanding of distribution, transportation, and logistics operations.


• Proficiency in logistics planning software and MS Office Suite.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.


• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.


• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.


• Opportunities for professional growth and development.


• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Soweto .


• Exposure to diverse logistics challenges and solutions.