National Route Planner

Compass Medical Waste Services Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking a National Route Planner based in Durban, KZN. The ideal candidate will have a passion for logistics, a strong analytical background, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include fleet management, route planning, and maintaining communication with driving staff. This role demands an organized and detail-oriented professional.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Distribution Operations.
• Strong understanding of the areas relevant for route planning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure an adequate number of vehicles are available for daily operations.
• Utilize internal route planning program for collections and deliveries.
• Maintain communication with drivers and load assistants.
• Prepare critical documents for logistics processes.
• Conduct daily reports on collections/deliveries.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations for logistics.
• Oversee performance of drivers and load assistants.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Familiarity with transport management systems

Education

Matric

Job description

Our company is seeking a National Route Planner based in KZN, someone who is an organized and detail-oriented professional with a passion for logistics and transportation planning.

Essential Requirements

• Matric
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
• Proficient in data analysis and familiar with transport management systems.
• Knowledge of Distribution Operations
• A strong understanding of the areas a route planner will be working in is a significant advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to problem-solve effectively.

The Key Areas Of Responsibility Include

• Transport Fleet Management

Ensure an adequate number of vehicles are available for daily operations.

• Route Planning

Utilize our internal route planning program to strategize/analyze collections and deliveries, assign drivers and load assistants based on monthly hours.

• Driver Coordination

Maintain constant communication with drivers and load assistants, ensuring they are informed of their duties for the upcoming day and are aware of any updates or changes.

• Data Management

Prepare critical documents including delivery notes, transport arrangements, and collection slips, and facilitate their distribution to relevant team members.

• Reporting and Analysis

Conduct daily reports on non-collections/deliveries, analyze transportation routes for efficiency and improved service delivery, and manage vehicle tracking processes.

• Cross-Department Collaboration

Work closely with Sales, Operations, and Store Controllers to ensure smooth logistics for large orders, and coordinate any special collections or carry-over needs.

• Supervision

Oversee the performance of drivers and load assistants, support efforts to reduce overtime, and address employee and customer concerns effectively.