Planner â Transport Management System (TMS)

G-Core Capital; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics firm in Durban is seeking a Planner for their Transport Management System (TMS) operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning and managing daily transport operations, ensuring efficient routing, optimal vehicle utilisation, and compliance with South African Transport Legislation. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, proficiency in MS Excel, and hands-on experience with TMS platforms. A diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in transport planning or logistics operations.
• Hands-on experience with TMS platforms.
• Knowledge of South African Transport Legislation and operational constraints.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily transport operations through the TMS.
• Ensure cost-efficient routing and optimal vehicle utilisation.
• Act as the central coordination point between operations, drivers, customers, and carriers.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

Experience in transport planning or logistics operations

Hands-on experience with TMS platforms

Strong knowledge of South African Transport Legislation

Experience with route optimisation tools

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Trackmatic

Cargowise

Oracle TMS

SAP TM

FleetOps

Mix Telematics

Job description

SUMMARY

Planner – Transport Management System (TMS)

POSITION INFO

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• The TMS Planner is responsible for planning, scheduling, and managing daily transport operations through the Company’s Transport Management System (TMS).
• This role ensures cost‑efficient routing, optimal vehicle utilisation, and high service levels while maintaining full compliance with the South African Transport Legislation and Company Safety Standards.
• The Planner acts as the central coordination point between operations, drivers, customers, and carriers, ensuring accurate execution, real‑time problem solving, and continuous improvement in transport performance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Matric (Grade 12); a Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management will be advantageous;
• Proficiency in MS Excel and general IT systems; 3–5 years’ experience in transport planning or logistics operations;
• Hands‑on experience with TMS platforms (such as Trackmatic, Cargowise, Oracle TMS, SAP TM, FleetOps, Mix Telematics);
• Strong knowledge of South African Transport Legislation and operational constraints; experience with route optimisation tools;
• Exposure to retail distribution, mining, bulk logistics, or line‑haul operations.