Logistics Planner (Remote)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote bonuses

Work-life balance

Tech innovations

Health & retirement

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Logistics Planner to join a fully remote team supporting operations in Logistics & Warehousing. You will optimize routes, schedule deliveries, and monitor transportation resources from your home office.

The role emphasizes cost efficiency, carrier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration with warehouses and customer service. A logistics or supply chain background is preferred, with remote-work capability and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics planning or related field.
• Understanding of transportation modes, routing optimization, and freight management.
• Proficiency with logistics planning tools and TMS.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills for remote work.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and quick, effective decisions.
• A degree or certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimized transportation plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments, managing carrier relationships and negotiating rates where applicable.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively address any deviations or disruptions.
• Utilize logistics planning software to manage routes, track inventory, and forecast capacity needs.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams and customer service to ensure seamless order fulfillment.
• Analyze logistics performance data to identify areas for efficiency gains and cost savings.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time management

Decision-making

Remote collaboration

Education

Degree or certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Tools

TMS

Logistics planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and forward-thinking Logistics Planner to join their fully remote team, supporting their extensive operations in the Logistics & Warehousing sector. This role is key to ensuring that all logistical operations are planned, executed, and monitored efficiently. You will be responsible for optimizing routes, scheduling deliveries, and managing transportation resources to meet delivery targets and cost objectives. As a remote employee, you will contribute significantly to the company's success from your home office, without the need to be physically present in Pretoria .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimized transportation plans to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Schedule and coordinate shipments, managing carrier relationships and negotiating rates where applicable.
• Monitor shipment progress and proactively address any deviations or disruptions.
• Utilize logistics planning software to manage routes, track inventory, and forecast capacity needs.
• Collaborate with warehouse teams and customer service to ensure seamless order fulfillment.
• Analyze logistics performance data to identify areas for efficiency gains and cost savings.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics planning , transportation management, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of transportation modes , routing optimization, and freight management.
• Proficiency with logistics planning tools and transportation management systems (TMS) .
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, crucial for a remote role.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make quick, effective decisions.
• A degree or relevant certification in Logistics or Supply Chain Management is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for remote work bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering enhanced work-life balance.
• Engage with cutting-edge logistics technology and processes.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in a dynamic industry.