Remote Transport Planner: Optimize Routes & Cut Costs

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Work-life integration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Transport Planner to optimize logistics operations across South Africa. You will design efficient transportation routes, manage carrier relationships, and ensure cost-effective movement of goods from your home office.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with TMS and route planning software, and the ability to drive improvements in delivery times and costs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning, logistics management, or supply chain optimization.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools.
• Experience with transportation management systems (TMS) and route planning software.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage complex projects in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize transportation routes and schedules for national and regional deliveries.
• Analyze freight data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve delivery performance.
• Manage relationships with third-party carriers, negotiating rates and ensuring SLAs are met.
• Utilize transport management systems (TMS) to plan, execute, and track shipments.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including warehousing and customer service, to coordinate logistics.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in logistics optimization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Transport planning

TMS experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Logistics / Supply Chain

Tools

TMS

Route planning software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Transport Planner to optimize logistics operations across South Africa. You will design efficient transportation routes, manage carrier relationships, and ensure cost-effective movement of goods from your home office.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with TMS and route planning software, and the ability to drive improvements in delivery times and costs.