Remote Route Optimizer - National Logistics Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible schedule

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Route Optimizer to design, implement and refine delivery routes for a large fleet across South Africa. You will use routing software and data analysis to improve efficiency, reduce transit times, and cut costs while ensuring compliant driver hours and customer satisfaction.

This fully remote role requires strong analytical skills, experience with route planning tools (PTV, Route4Me, Onfleet), proficiency in Excel, and the ability to work independently from a home

Qualifications

• Proven experience in route planning or a similar analytical role within the transportation industry.
• Proficiency with advanced route optimization software and mapping tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights.
• Excellent understanding of transportation logistics, including factors affecting delivery times and costs.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting, demonstrating strong self-discipline and time management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with remote teams.
• A dedicated home office setup with a reliable internet connection.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and continuously optimize delivery routes for a large fleet of vehicles across various geographical regions.
• Utilize sophisticated route planning software (e.g., PTV, Route4Me, Onfleet) to create efficient and cost-effective delivery sequences.
• Analyze historical delivery data, traffic patterns, and other relevant factors to identify opportunities for route improvement.
• Collaborate with dispatchers and operations managers to implement route changes and ensure smooth execution.
• Monitor real-time delivery progress and make necessary adjustments to routes due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., traffic, weather, vehicle breakdowns).
• Generate reports on route efficiency, mileage, fuel consumption, delivery times, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in route optimization and logistics software.
• Provide recommendations for fleet utilization and capacity planning based on route analysis.
• Ensure routes comply with driver hours-of-service regulations and delivery time windows.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date route information within the company's logistics management system.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Independent remote work

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

PTV

Route4Me

Onfleet

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading national logistics provider, is seeking a talented and analytical Remote Route Optimizer to join their dynamic operations team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and refining optimal delivery routes for our extensive fleet, utilizing advanced routing software and data analysis to enhance efficiency, reduce transit times, and minimize operational costs. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring our logistical network operates at peak performance, contributing significantly to customer satisfaction and profitability. We are looking for a proactive individual with a strong aptitude for problem-solving and a passion for leveraging technology to drive logistical excellence, ensuring our complex network remains agile and cost-effective.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and continuously optimize delivery routes for a large fleet of vehicles across various geographical regions. Utilize sophisticated route planning software (e.g., PTV, Route4Me, Onfleet) to create efficient and cost-effective delivery sequences. Analyze historical delivery data, traffic patterns, and other relevant factors to identify opportunities for route improvement. Collaborate with dispatchers and operations managers to implement route changes and ensure smooth execution. Monitor real-time delivery progress and make necessary adjustments to routes due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., traffic, weather, vehicle breakdowns). Generate reports on route efficiency, mileage, fuel consumption, delivery times, and other key performance indicators (KPIs). Stay abreast of new technologies and best practices in route optimization and logistics software. Provide recommendations for fleet utilization and capacity planning based on route analysis. Ensure routes comply with driver hours-of-service regulations and delivery time windows. Maintain accurate and up-to-date route information within the company's logistics management system.

Requirements

Proven experience in route planning, logistics optimization, or a similar analytical role within the transportation industry. Proficiency with advanced route optimization software and mapping tools. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets and derive actionable insights. Excellent understanding of transportation logistics, including factors affecting delivery times and costs. Ability to work independently in a remote setting, demonstrating strong self-discipline and time management skills. Exceptional problem-solving abilities and the capacity to think critically under pressure. Proficient in Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective collaboration with remote teams. A dedicated home office setup with a reliable internet connection. Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related field is highly desirable.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive annual salary and the significant benefit of working from home, eliminating commute time and costs. Our client provides a flexible working schedule, allowing for greater work-life balance. You will have access to cutting-edge routing and logistics software, enabling you to perform your role effectively. Opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly evolving field of logistics technology are abundant. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on a national scale from your home base. Join a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and values analytical talent. Your expertise will be key to optimizing our extensive network across South Africa.