Hybrid Logistics Planner: Route & Fleet Optimization

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Retirement annuity

Career growth

Annual leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Operations Planner for Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The hybrid role focuses on optimizing routes, fleet schedules, and cost-effective freight movement while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with drivers, dispatchers, and warehouses to execute plans and improve service delivery for diverse clients. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years in logistics planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in planning tools like Route4Me or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in logistics planning, transportation management, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in logistics planning software (Route4Me, OptaPlanner, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of transportation modes, fleet management, and distribution networks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple complex plans simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize daily, weekly, and monthly logistics and transportation plans.
• Create efficient delivery routes and schedules, considering distance, traffic, delivery windows, and vehicle capacity.
• Monitor fleet performance and utilization, identifying opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth execution of logistics operations.
• Analyze logistics data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for operational enhancement.
• Collaborate with procurement and sales teams to forecast transportation needs and ensure adequate resources are available.
• Manage carrier relationships and negotiate freight rates to optimize costs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and company policies.
• Utilize logistics planning software and tools to create detailed operational plans.
• Provide support and analysis for ad-hoc logistics projects and initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

SA logistics knowledge

South Africa logistics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

Route4Me

OptaPlanner

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Operations Planner for Mossel Bay, Western Cape. The hybrid role focuses on optimizing routes, fleet schedules, and cost-effective freight movement while ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with drivers, dispatchers, and warehouses to execute plans and improve service delivery for diverse clients. Ideal candidates have a minimum of 3 years in logistics planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in planning tools like Route4Me or