Hybrid Transportation Planner: Route Optimization

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness benefits

Learning and growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Planner in Bloemfontein to design efficient routes and schedules. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility within a hybrid work model.

You will analyze transport data, optimize fleet utilization, and collaborate with drivers and dispatchers to adapt to changing operational demands. The position emphasizes strategic planning and problem-solving in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transportation planning, logistics, or supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of route optimization principles and tools.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and related software.

Responsibilities

• Develop optimal transportation routes and schedules for the fleet, considering delivery windows and driver hours.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with dispatch teams to manage day-to-day operational changes and exceptions.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain effective communication with internal departments and external carriers.
• Model scenarios and forecast resource needs using planning software.

Skills

Route optimization

TMS software

Data analysis

Hybrid work

Stakeholder communication

Tools

TMS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Transportation Planner in Bloemfontein to design efficient routes and schedules. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility within a hybrid work model.

You will analyze transport data, optimize fleet utilization, and collaborate with drivers and dispatchers to adapt to changing operational demands. The position emphasizes strategic planning and problem-solving in a dynamic logistics environment.