Remote Logistics Lead: Driver Ops & Route Optimization

Abantu Staffing Solutions; East London; Remote; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible hours

Growth opportunities

Home office allowance

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a Remote Logistics Coordinator to manage driver operations from a remote location, coordinating schedules and optimizing routes for a dispersed team across South Africa. You will support drivers remotely, ensuring efficient fleet utilization and timely deliveries while maintaining strong communication with dispatch and other departments.

Ideal candidates will have solid logistics planning skills, the ability to analyze delivery data for improvements, and a

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics coordination or fleet management.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with logistics software, route optimization tools, and communication platforms.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make quick, informed decisions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, with the ability to manage remote teams.
• High school diploma or equivalent; further qualifications in logistics are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and schedule daily activities for remote drivers, ensuring optimal route planning.
• Monitor driver performance, adherence to schedules, and compliance with policies via telematics.
• Serve as the main contact for drivers, addressing queries and resolving logistical challenges remotely.
• Manage communication flow between drivers, dispatch, and other departments.
• Analyze delivery data to identify improvements in efficiency and cost reduction.
• Maintain accurate records of driver assignments, delivery progress, and performance metrics.

Job description

Abantu Staffing Solutions is seeking a Remote Logistics Coordinator to manage driver operations from a remote location, coordinating schedules and optimizing routes for a dispersed team across South Africa. You will support drivers remotely, ensuring efficient fleet utilization and timely deliveries while maintaining strong communication with dispatch and other departments.

Ideal candidates will have solid logistics planning skills, the ability to analyze delivery data for improvements, and a