Remote Logistics Planner & Route Optimizer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Medical aid and retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Logistics Planner & Route Optimizer to design efficient, cost-effective delivery routes for a national fleet. You will use advanced software and GIS tools to optimize daily, weekly, and monthly schedules while analyzing historical data for improvements.

In this fully remote role, you will monitor performance, drive cost savings, and ensure compliance with transport regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics planning, route optimization, or transportation management.
• Proficient with route optimization software and GIS systems.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and extract insights.
• Solid understanding of supply chain logistics and transportation dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimized delivery routes for a national fleet considering distance, time windows, traffic, and capacity.
• Use route planning software and GIS to create daily, weekly, and monthly schedules.
• Analyze historical delivery data to identify patterns and improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with dispatch and operations to provide real-time route adjustments and disruptions solutions.
• Monitor delivery performance against KPIs and report on efficiency, cost savings, and adherence to schedules.
• Identify strategies to reduce fuel consumption and mileage.
• Coordinate with fleet managers to align routes with vehicle availability and maintenance.
• Research and adopt new technologies to enhance route planning capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards in route design.

Skills

Logistics planning

Route optimization

Data analysis

Supply chain logistics

Remote work capability

Problem solving

Communication & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Operations Research

Tools

PTV Group

RouteSmart

ORTEC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Logistics Planner & Route Optimizer to join their expanding operations. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise in logistics planning and route optimization from the comfort of your home office. You will be instrumental in designing the most efficient and cost-effective delivery routes for our fleet, utilizing advanced software and data analysis. Your primary focus will be on maximizing delivery performance, minimizing transit times, and reducing operational costs through intelligent planning. This role demands a proactive approach, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with remote teams. If you are passionate about streamlining logistics operations and have a knack for finding optimal solutions, this opportunity is an excellent fit for your skills and career aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimized delivery routes for a national fleet, considering factors like distance, time windows, traffic, and vehicle capacity.
• Utilize advanced route planning software and GIS tools to create efficient daily, weekly, and monthly schedules.
• Analyze historical delivery data to identify patterns and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with dispatch and operations teams to provide real-time route adjustments and solutions to disruptions.
• Monitor delivery performance against key metrics and generate reports on efficiency, cost savings, and adherence to schedules.
• Identify and implement innovative strategies to reduce fuel consumption and minimize mileage.
• Work closely with fleet managers to ensure route plans align with vehicle availability and maintenance schedules.
• Continuously research and recommend new technologies or methodologies to enhance route planning capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and safety standards in route design.

Requirements

• Proven experience in logistics planning, route optimization, or transportation management.
• Proficiency with route optimization software (e.g., PTV Group, RouteSmart, ORTEC) and GIS systems.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and generate actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain logistics and transportation dynamics.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively interact with remote teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field is preferred.
• Familiarity with fleet management systems is a plus.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home workspace.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with advanced logistics planning tools.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Company-sponsored medical aid and retirement plan.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.