Remote Transport Operations Planner

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote schedule

Home office allowance

Access to advanced logistics tech

Autonomy and national scope

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Transport Operations Planner to join its distributed team. You will design and implement efficient transportation strategies to support a nationwide delivery network from home, using advanced planning tools to analyze data, optimize routes, and deploy fleets with minimal disruption.

The role demands strong analytical skills, independent work habits, and excellent remote communication to coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and stakeholders across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in transportation planning or logistics analysis.
• Proficiency with route planning software and TMS.
• Strong analytical skills to translate data into actionable plans.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine transportation plans, including route optimization and load consolidation, to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for operational improvements.
• Coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and other stakeholders remotely to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Monitor fleet performance, proactively addressing issues that may impact delivery schedules or service quality.
• Utilize specialized logistics software and planning tools to manage complex transportation networks.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting transportation operations.

Skills

Route planning

TMS

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, SCM, or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a proactive Remote Transport Operations Planner to join their distributed team. This role is integral to designing and implementing efficient transportation strategies that support a nationwide delivery network. You will work from home, utilizing advanced software tools to analyze data, optimize routes, and manage fleet deployment. The focus will be on ensuring timely, cost-effective, and reliable movement of goods, requiring a keen analytical mind and the ability to coordinate complex logistics chains remotely. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning expert to contribute significantly without a fixed office presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine transportation plans, including route optimization and load consolidation, to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for operational improvements.
• Coordinate with drivers, dispatchers, and other stakeholders remotely to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Monitor fleet performance, proactively addressing any issues that may impact delivery schedules or service quality.
• Utilize specialized logistics software and planning tools to manage complex transportation networks.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting transportation operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in transportation planning, logistics coordination, or supply chain analysis.
• Proficiency with advanced route planning software and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable plans.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position.
• Flexible remote work schedule.
• Allowance for home office equipment and internet services.
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge logistics technology.
• Significant autonomy and impact on national transport operations.