Remote Transport Scheduler

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Modern scheduling tools

Professional development

Supportive remote team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote Transport Scheduler to support a virtual logistics team from anywhere within South Africa. You will plan and coordinate efficient movement of goods, optimize routes, and balance transport resources while collaborating with drivers, dispatchers, and clients.

The role emphasizes strong organizational, time-management, and communication skills for a home-based environment, with focus on proactive scheduling and resolving logistics challenges in a national

Qualifications

• Previous experience in transport scheduling, dispatch, or logistics coordination is required.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and scheduling software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, essential for remote work.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for seamless remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient transportation schedules, optimizing routes and delivery times.
• Coordinate with drivers and dispatch teams to ensure timely pickups and deliveries across various regions.
• Utilize transport management software (TMS) to track shipments, manage resources, and update logistical information in real-time.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external clients regarding shipment status and potential delays.
• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and logistical challenges.
• Maintain accurate records of all scheduling activities and performance metrics.

Skills

Transport scheduling

Dispatch coordination

Logistics coordination

TMS proficiency

Scheduling software

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Remote communication

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Scheduling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Remote Transport Scheduler to join their virtual operations team, supporting logistics functions from anywhere within the country. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating the efficient movement of goods, ensuring optimal routing and scheduling of transport resources. You will work collaboratively with drivers, dispatchers, and clients, leveraging technology to manage a dynamic schedule and resolve logistical challenges proactively. This position is ideal for an organized individual with strong communication skills who thrives in a flexible, home-based work environment and possesses a keen understanding of transportation dynamics, contributing to seamless operations without geographical limitations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain efficient transportation schedules, optimizing routes and delivery times.
• Coordinate with drivers and dispatch teams to ensure timely pickups and deliveries across various regions.
• Utilize transport management software (TMS) to track shipments, manage resources, and update logistical information in real-time.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external clients regarding shipment status and potential delays.
• Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts and logistical challenges.
• Maintain accurate records of all scheduling activities and performance metrics.

Requirements

• Previous experience in transport scheduling, dispatch, or logistics coordination is required.
• Proficiency with transportation management systems (TMS) and scheduling software.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, essential for remote work.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for seamless remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Access to modern scheduling and logistics technology.
• Opportunities for virtual professional development.
• A supportive remote team culture fostering collaboration and efficiency.