On-Site Logistics Network Planner – Richards Bay

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Impactful logistics work

Engaging work environment

Contribute to supply chain efficiency

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is recruiting a strategic Logistics Network Planner for an on-site role in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design, optimize and manage the supply chain network, analyzing performance and implementing improvements to speed and reliability.

The role requires deep logistics knowledge and hands-on engagement with operations. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in logistics network design or planning, strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in network modeling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field related to logistics.
• Strong analytical abilities with data-driven decision making.
• Experience with network optimization tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimal logistics network designs and strategies.
• Analyze routes, modes and costs to identify savings.
• Model and forecast future logistics needs based on growth and trends.
• Collaborate with transportation, warehousing, and distribution teams.
• Evaluate improvements to DCs and inventory placement.
• Monitor KPIs for network efficiency and reliability.
• Utilize modeling software to support decisions.
• Manage relationships with 3PL providers and assess performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Network optimization

Education

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

Tools

Llamasoft

AnyLogic

Job description

WhatJobs Direct is recruiting a strategic Logistics Network Planner for an on-site role in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will design, optimize and manage the supply chain network, analyzing performance and implementing improvements to speed and reliability.

The role requires deep logistics knowledge and hands-on engagement with operations. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in logistics network design or planning, strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in network modeling tools.