Logistics Planner - National Network

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 420.000 - 620.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Health insurance and retirement

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Strategic network planning projects

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Mpumalanga seeks a strategic Logistics Planner to optimize the national transportation network. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote analysis to design routes, manage carriers, and ensure timely, cost-efficient movement of goods across the country.

You will work in a hybrid setup near Nelspruit, engaging with operations teams and leveraging TMS and route optimization tools to improve performance and service levels.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in logistics planning, transportation management, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and advanced knowledge of route optimization software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent understanding of transportation modes, carrier management, and freight regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration with remote analytical tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement optimized transportation routes and schedules for national distribution, considering factors like delivery windows, traffic patterns, and vehicle capacity.
• Analyze transportation data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve overall network efficiency.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and trucking companies, ensuring adherence to contracts and service level agreements.
• Track shipment progress and proactively address any potential delays or disruptions, coordinating solutions with relevant teams.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, sales, and customer service teams to ensure seamless integration of logistics activities.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to plan, execute, and monitor shipments.
• Prepare reports on transportation performance, costs, and key metrics for management review.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, new technologies, and regulatory changes impacting transportation and logistics.
• Contribute to strategic network design and capacity planning initiatives.
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with safety regulations and company policies.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Excel

Route optimization software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent national logistics provider, is seeking a strategic Logistics Planner to optimize their transportation network. This role, located near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , operates on a hybrid model, requiring regular on-site engagement with operational teams alongside remote planning and analysis. The Logistics Planner will be responsible for designing efficient routes, managing carrier relationships, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective movement of goods across the country. This is a critical role for enhancing supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimized transportation routes and schedules for national distribution, considering factors like delivery windows, traffic patterns, and vehicle capacity.
• Analyze transportation data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve overall network efficiency.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and trucking companies, ensuring adherence to contracts and service level agreements.
• Track shipment progress and proactively address any potential delays or disruptions, coordinating solutions with relevant teams.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, sales, and customer service teams to ensure seamless integration of logistics activities.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to plan, execute, and monitor shipments.
• Prepare reports on transportation performance, costs, and key metrics for management review.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices, new technologies, and regulatory changes impacting transportation and logistics.
• Contribute to strategic network design and capacity planning initiatives.
• Ensure all transportation activities comply with safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in logistics planning, transportation management, or supply chain operations.
• Proven experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and advanced knowledge of route optimization software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Excellent understanding of transportation modes, carrier management, and freight regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and modeling.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site collaboration with remote analytical tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package commensurate with your experience and expertise.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in logistics and supply chain management.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment within a leading logistics company.
• Potential for involvement in strategic network planning projects.