Logistics Network Planner

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

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Remote-first

Flexible schedule

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly strategic Logistics Network Planner for a fully remote role focused on designing, optimizing, and managing distribution and transportation networks. The position emphasizes Stellenbosch, Western Cape, and broader South African operations, requiring strong analytical skills and expertise in network modeling and optimization.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in a related field and 5+ years of logistics network design experience, with proficiency in Llamasoft or

Formación

• Master's degree or equivalent in SCM, Logistics, OR, or IE.
• Minimum 5 years designing, optimizing, and planning logistics networks.
• Experience in network modeling software and presenting to senior leadership.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data visualization ability.
• Familiarity with SA logistics landscape is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Design and optimize the logistics and distribution network to reduce costs.
• Develop and maintain network models using specialized software.
• Collaborate with regional teams to align networks with business goals.
• Analyze transportation flows, inventory placement, and facility usage.
• Identify opportunities for network consolidation or redesign.
• Develop business cases with financial justifications.
• Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Provide network strategy guidance to senior management.
• Ensure designs comply with regulatory and sustainability goals.

Conocimientos

Network modeling

Optimization

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

Educación

Master's degree in SCM/Logistics/OR/IE

Herramientas

Llamasoft

AnyLogistix

Statistical tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leading global logistics firm, is seeking a highly strategic and analytical Logistics Network Planner to join their fully remote workforce. This role will focus on designing, optimizing, and managing the company's distribution and transportation networks, with an emphasis on supporting operations relevant to **Stellenbosch, Western Cape**. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of analytical prowess, strategic thinking, and deep knowledge of network modeling, optimization techniques, and supply chain best practices. You will leverage advanced analytics to make data-driven recommendations that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across the entire supply chain. As a remote-first position, this role offers significant autonomy and flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to the strategic direction of our client's network infrastructure, particularly for their South African operations including the **Stellenbosch** area.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize the company's logistics and distribution network to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and maintain network models using specialized software to evaluate different scenarios and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with regional and operational teams to understand their needs and ensure network alignment with business goals.
• Perform data analysis on transportation flows, inventory placement, and facility utilization.
• Identify opportunities for network consolidation, expansion, or redesign based on business growth and market dynamics.
• Develop business cases for proposed network changes, including financial justifications and risk assessments.
• Monitor key network performance indicators (KPIs) and implement strategies for continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in logistics network planning.
• Provide expert guidance on network strategy to senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Ensure network designs comply with regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics network design, optimization, and planning.
• Expertise in network modeling and optimization software (e.g., Llamasoft, AnyLogistix, or similar).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles, transportation modes, and warehousing strategies.
• Proven ability to develop strategic recommendations and present complex information to senior leadership.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Experience or familiarity with the South African logistics landscape, particularly in the **Stellenbosch, Western Cape** region, is highly advantageous.

Benefits

This is a remote-first position offering a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and significant opportunities for professional growth. The role provides the flexibility to work from anywhere while playing a critical role in shaping the logistics network that supports operations in and around **Stellenbosch, Western Cape**.