Remote Delivery Route Planner

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work from home

Software access for routing tools

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Delivery Route Planner to optimize delivery networks from home across the region. You will design cost-efficient routes using routing software, balancing speed, fuel efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

This role offers the flexibility of full remote work and the opportunity to impact operational efficiency for our client. The ideal candidate will have proven route planning experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in route planning, logistics coordination, or a similar role within transportation.
• Proficiency with routing software (Route4Me, OptimoRoute, etc.) and mapping tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize complex schedules.
• Excellent understanding of geography relevant to operations, especially around Nelspruit.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a remote environment.
• Good communication to coordinate with the operations team.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize daily delivery routes for a fleet of vehicles.
• Utilize routing software and mapping tools to ensure cost-effective planning.
• Analyze route performance data and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with dispatch and operations to communicate plans.
• Monitor real-time progress and adjust routes as needed.
• Ensure compliance with traffic laws and delivery regulations in planning.

Skills

Route planning

Logistics coordination

Routing software

Mapping tools

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Geography knowledge

Remote work

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Route4Me

OptimoRoute

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Remote Delivery Route Planner to optimize delivery networks and ensure efficient service delivery across the region. Working entirely from home, you will utilize sophisticated routing software and analytical techniques to design cost-effective and timely routes for our fleet. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance delivery speed, fuel efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This is an exciting opportunity for a planner passionate about logistics and optimization, seeking to make a significant impact on operational efficiency from a fully remote setting, contributing to the seamless functioning of our client's delivery services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize daily delivery routes for a fleet of vehicles, considering traffic, delivery windows, and vehicle capacity.
• Utilize advanced routing software and mapping tools to ensure efficient and cost-effective route planning.
• Analyze route performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with dispatch and operations teams to communicate route plans and address any issues.
• Monitor real-time delivery progress and make dynamic route adjustments as needed to address unforeseen circumstances.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant traffic laws and delivery regulations in route planning.

Requirements

• Proven experience in route planning, logistics coordination, or a similar role within the transportation sector.
• Proficiency with routing software (e.g., Route4Me, OptimoRoute, etc.) and mapping tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize complex delivery schedules.
• Excellent understanding of geographical areas relevant to our client's operations, particularly around Nelspruit .
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and thrive in a remote work environment.
• Good communication skills to coordinate with the operations team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary tailored to your experience in route planning.
• The ultimate flexibility of a fully remote position , allowing work from any location.
• Access to state-of-the-art routing and optimization software.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development in logistics technology.
• A supportive virtual team culture focused on innovation and efficiency.