Remote Delivery Route Architect

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Career development

Cutting-edge tech

Remote team environment

Nationwide delivery impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical remote Delivery Route Planner to optimize nationwide delivery networks for a leading e-commerce logistics provider. The role emphasizes data-driven route design, fuel efficiency, and timely deliveries across Bloemfontein and beyond.

You will work with advanced route optimization tools, analyze traffic and constraints, and collaborate with dispatch to ensure smooth operations in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in route planning or transportation management.
• Familiarity with route optimization software and GIS tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement optimized delivery routes for a large vehicle fleet.
• Use route optimization software to maximize efficiency and minimize mileage.
• Analyze real-time traffic, weather, and constraints to adjust routes.
• Collaborate with dispatch teams and drivers for execution.
• Identify opportunities for route improvements and cost savings.
• Maintain database of delivery points, time windows, and service needs.
• Generate reports on on-time delivery and efficiency metrics.
• Stay updated on new logistics technologies and best practices.
• Troubleshoot route-related issues and ensure safety regulations.

Skills

Spatial reasoning

Problem-solving

Route optimization software

GIS tools

Data analysis

Communication (remote teams)

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Research, Geography, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

RouteXL

MapQuest Route Planner

Descartes

GIS software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical remote Delivery Route Planner to optimize nationwide delivery networks for a leading e-commerce logistics provider. The role emphasizes data-driven route design, fuel efficiency, and timely deliveries across Bloemfontein and beyond.

You will work with advanced route optimization tools, analyze traffic and constraints, and collaborate with dispatch to ensure smooth operations in a remote setting.