Remote Route Optimization Specialist — Drive Efficiency

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Remote work

Health benefits

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, a South Africa-based firm, is seeking a Remote Logistics Planner & Route Optimization Specialist to enhance route efficiency and reduce costs. You’ll design optimized delivery plans, analyze performance data, and drive improvements from a home office.

The role requires a bachelor’s in logistics or related field, at least 5 years in route planning or transportation, and expertise with route optimization tools and TMS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in route planning, logistics optimization, or transportation management.
• Expertise in using route optimization software and TMS platforms.
• Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine route optimization strategies using specialized software.
• Analyze delivery data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for cost savings.
• Collaborate with dispatch and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of planned routes.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or methodologies to improve logistics performance.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on route efficiency, fuel consumption, and delivery success rates.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and advancements in logistics technology.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Research, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Route optimization software

TMS platforms

Job description

Placements24, a South Africa-based firm, is seeking a Remote Logistics Planner & Route Optimization Specialist to enhance route efficiency and reduce costs. You’ll design optimized delivery plans, analyze performance data, and drive improvements from a home office.

The role requires a bachelor’s in logistics or related field, at least 5 years in route planning or transportation, and expertise with route optimization tools and TMS.