Remote Transport Network Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Transport Network Strategist with deep expertise in transportation management and logistics strategy. This senior role focuses on designing and implementing strategies to optimize transportation networks across global markets, emphasizing cost efficiency, service excellence, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of progressive experience in driving network optimization, strong analytics, and experience with TMS platforms.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in transportation management, logistics strategy, or supply chain planning.
• Proven track record designing and implementing complex transportation network strategies with cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Expertise in transportation modes, carrier negotiation, contract management, and freight forwarding.
• Proficiency with advanced analytics and modeling tools, and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing transportation networks to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop, model, and implement long-term transportation strategies including network design and carrier management.
• Conduct market research on transportation trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to align strategies and drive execution.
• Use analytics and data visualization to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Evaluate and recommend new transportation technologies and solutions to drive innovation.
• Develop and manage KPIs to measure effectiveness of transportation strategies.
• Prepare reports and business cases for senior management outlining recommendations and impact.
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives within the transportation network.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Engineering

MBA or Master's degree

Tools

TMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Transport Network Strategist with deep expertise in transportation management and logistics strategy. This senior role focuses on designing and implementing strategies to optimize transportation networks across global markets, emphasizing cost efficiency, service excellence, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of progressive experience in driving network optimization, strong analytics, and experience with TMS platforms.