Logistics Planner: Route Optimization & Cost Efficiency

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planner to join our team in Welkom, Free State. You will plan and optimize transportation routes, coordinate with carriers, and ensure on-time deliveries while controlling costs.

The role interfaces with warehousing, sales, and field teams to align logistics activity with customer needs. The ideal candidate has proven logistics planning experience, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics planning and transportation coordination.
• Solid understanding of routes, modes and freight management.
• Proficiency with logistics planning software and tools.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule transportation routes for efficient and timely delivery of goods.
• Coordinate with carriers to optimize load utilization and cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor shipment progress and address delays.
• Prepare and manage transportation documentation (manifests, delivery orders).
• Liaise with warehouse and sales teams to align logistics plans with needs.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends and savings.
• Maintain records of transportation activities and expenses.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.
• Assist in carrier selection and rate negotiations.
• Support Logistics Manager in planning and process improvements.

Skills

Logistics planning

Transportation knowledge

Software tools

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Logistics or Supply Chain qualification

Tools

Freight management systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Logistics Planner to join our team in Welkom, Free State. You will plan and optimize transportation routes, coordinate with carriers, and ensure on-time deliveries while controlling costs.

The role interfaces with warehousing, sales, and field teams to align logistics activity with customer needs. The ideal candidate has proven logistics planning experience, strong organizational skills, and knowledge of regulatory requirements.