Logistics Planner - Freight Management

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary reflecting exp.

Medical and retirement benefits

Global logistics exposure

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Logistics Planner to coordinate domestic and international shipments across air, sea, and road freight from our Randburg offices. You will optimize routes, liaise with carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams to ensure timely, cost-efficient delivery for clients.

This role requires a relevant logistics qualification and 2–4 years of planning experience, strong organizational and negotiation skills, and the ability to work under pressure in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or International Trade.
• 2-4 years of experience in logistics planning, freight forwarding, or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of international shipping regulations and documentation.
• Proficiency in using freight management systems and standard office software.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Must be able to work from our offices in Randburg, Gauteng, with potential for hybrid arrangements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule domestic and international shipments across air, sea, and road freight.
• Coordinate with carriers, customs agents, and other service providers to ensure smooth transit.
• Optimize shipping routes and modes of transport to achieve cost-efficiency and delivery timelines.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Manage freight documentation, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Identify and resolve any issues or delays that may occur during the transportation process.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and costs.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to meet client requirements.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve planning processes and reduce transit times.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Freight management systems

Office software

Attention to detail

Work pressure management

Education

Logistics/Supply Chain qualification

Tools

Freight management systems

MS Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international freight forwarder, is looking for a skilled Logistics Planner to join their operations in Randburg, Gauteng . This role involves planning and coordinating the movement of goods across various transportation modes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery for clients. The successful candidate will be adept at managing complex logistics networks, optimizing routes, and liaising with carriers, customs brokers, and internal teams. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to seamless global trade operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule domestic and international shipments across air, sea, and road freight.
• Coordinate with carriers, customs agents, and other service providers to ensure smooth transit.
• Optimize shipping routes and modes of transport to achieve cost-efficiency and delivery timelines.
• Track shipments and provide timely updates to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Manage freight documentation, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Identify and resolve any issues or delays that may occur during the transportation process.
• Maintain accurate records of shipments and costs.
• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to meet client requirements.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve planning processes and reduce transit times.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or International Trade.
• 2-4 years of experience in logistics planning, freight forwarding, or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of international shipping regulations and documentation.
• Proficiency in using freight management systems and standard office software.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Must be able to work from our offices in Randburg, Gauteng , with potential for hybrid arrangements.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Exposure to global logistics operations and diverse cargo.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A stimulating work environment within a well-established logistics company.