Remote Logistics Route Optimizer & Data Analyst

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Cutting-edge technology

Autonomy and impact

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a remote Logistics Data Analyst & Route Optimizer to analyze delivery performance, optimize routes, and reduce costs across the network. You will use SQL, Python, and GIS tools, work with Route4Me, ORTEC, and PTV, and collaborate with operations remotely to implement data-driven improvements.

This role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and staying current with logistics analytics trends, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field related to logistics or supply chain.
• 4+ years in logistics analysis, route planning, or OR-type roles.
• Proficiency with route optimization software and GIS tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets on delivery performance, traffic, fuel use and costs.
• Develop and test algorithms for efficient route optimization.
• Plan and manage daily schedules using Route4Me, ORTEC, PTV.
• Identify bottlenecks and propose data-backed improvements.
• Collaborate remotely with operations and dispatch teams to implement routes.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Data mining

Predictive modeling

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

Route4Me

ORTEC

PTV

Google Maps API

ESRI

SQL

Python

R

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a remote Logistics Data Analyst & Route Optimizer to analyze delivery performance, optimize routes, and reduce costs across the network. You will use SQL, Python, and GIS tools, work with Route4Me, ORTEC, and PTV, and collaborate with operations remotely to implement data-driven improvements.

This role emphasizes independent work, strong communication, and staying current with logistics analytics trends, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for