Remote Transport Planner & Route Optimizer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Full-time employment

Professional development opportunities

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Transport Planner & Route Optimizer to join our logistics client. This fully remote role focuses on designing efficient transport routes across a wide network, including Randburg, Gauteng, ZA, using advanced software to improve delivery performance and reduce costs.

You will model routes, analyze traffic and fuel data, collaborate with remote dispatch teams, generate performance reports, and identify continuous improvement opportunities while

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning and route optimization.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for data interpretation.
• Proactive in identifying logistical challenges and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Utilize route optimization software to plan daily deliveries for a large fleet.
• Analyze transportation data (traffic, delivery times, fuel costs, capacity) to identify optimal routes.
• Develop strategies to minimize mileage, fuel use, and delivery times.
• Collaborate with dispatch teams to adjust route plans based on real-time conditions.
• Prepare reports on route efficiency, cost savings, and performance metrics.
• Identify risks and develop contingency plans for proposed routes.
• Stay updated on advancements in route optimization tech and logistics software.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and delivery commitments.
• Provide insights for continuous improvement in transportation planning and execution.
• Communicate decisions and impacts to internal stakeholders.

Skills

Transport planning

Route optimization

Data analysis

GIS understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Supply Chain/Operations Research/Geography

Tools

Route4Me

OptimoRoute

GIS software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking logistics and supply chain management company, is seeking a highly analytical and proactive Remote Transport Planner & Route Optimizer to join their team. This is a crucial **fully remote** position that involves leveraging advanced software and data analysis to design the most efficient and cost-effective transportation routes for their extensive network. You will play a key role in enhancing delivery performance, reducing operational expenses, and improving customer satisfaction across various regions, including those supporting **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**. The ideal candidate possesses a strong aptitude for mathematical modeling, spatial analysis, and logistics optimization, coupled with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with remote teams and stakeholders. Your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and profitability of our client's transportation operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize sophisticated route optimization software to plan and schedule daily deliveries for a large fleet.
• Analyze transportation data, including traffic patterns, delivery times, fuel costs, and vehicle capacity, to identify optimal routes.
• Develop strategies to minimize mileage, reduce fuel consumption, and decrease delivery times.
• Collaborate with dispatch teams and fleet managers to implement and adjust route plans based on real-time conditions and operational needs.
• Prepare detailed reports on route efficiency, cost savings, and performance metrics for management review.
• Identify potential challenges and risks associated with proposed routes and develop contingency plans.
• Stay informed about advancements in route optimization technology and logistics software.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant transportation regulations and delivery time commitments.
• Provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement in transportation planning and execution.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders regarding route planning decisions and operational impacts.

Requirements

• Proven experience in transport planning, route optimization, logistics analysis, or a related field, with a focus on remote work environments.
• Proficiency in using advanced route optimization software (e.g., Route4Me, OptimoRoute, or similar).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent understanding of logistics principles, supply chain dynamics, and transportation modes.
• Proficiency with mapping software and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing logistical challenges.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Geography, or a related field is preferred.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated workspace conducive to focused work for this **remote** role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Full-time employment with a dynamic and innovative logistics company.
• Flexible remote working arrangement, offering significant work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge optimization technology.
• Professional development and learning opportunities in a rapidly evolving field.
• Contribute to significant cost savings and efficiency gains for the company supporting regions like **Randburg, Gauteng, ZA**.