Remote Logistics Network Planner

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Logistics Network Planner to design, optimize, and manage a nationwide logistics network. This fully remote role targets maximum efficiency, cost control, and service reliability through advanced modeling and simulation.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Operations Research or a related field, 7+ years in logistics design, and proficiency with AnyLogic and Llamasoft/Coupa. Excellent communication and remote leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field.
• 7+ years in logistics network design, optimization, and planning.
• Proficiency in network modeling and GIS tools.
• Strong communication and leadership, especially in remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize the logistics network, including warehouses, distribution centers, and routes.
• Use modeling and simulation tools to analyze performance and identify bottlenecks.
• Develop strategies to reduce costs and improve delivery times.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to align plans with objectives.
• Analyze market trends and demand forecasts to support decisions.
• Develop KPIs and report network performance to senior management.
• Evaluate potential new sites and their impact on the network.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and technologies in network design.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Operations Research/Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain Management

Tools

AnyLogic

Llamasoft/Coupa

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier national logistics provider, is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Logistics Network Planner . This fully remote position is responsible for designing, optimizing, and managing the company's extensive logistics network to ensure maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service reliability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong quantitative background, expertise in network modeling and simulation tools, and a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize the company's logistics network, including the location and configuration of warehouses, distribution centers, and transportation routes.
• Utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools to analyze network performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose solutions.
• Develop strategies to improve delivery times, reduce transportation costs, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, procurement, and sales, to align network plans with business objectives.
• Analyze market trends, demand forecasts, and operational data to support strategic network decisions.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for network performance and report findings to senior management.
• Evaluate potential new sites for facilities and assess their impact on the network.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in logistics network design.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in logistics network design, optimization, and planning.
• Proficiency in network modeling software (e.g., AnyLogic, Llamasoft/Coupa), GIS tools, and advanced analytical techniques.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, transportation modes, and warehousing operations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead projects in a remote environment.

Benefits

This is a fully remote role offering unparalleled flexibility. Our client provides a highly competitive executive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and significant opportunities for professional growth and impact. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of logistics for a leading company, working with a dedicated team of professionals. This position allows you to contribute to strategic business decisions from your preferred location within South Africa .