Remote Transportation Planner

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonuses

Insurance (health, dental, vision)

Professional development

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Transportation Planner to join a global logistics team, supporting operations across regions. This fully remote role focuses on efficient planning and execution of transportation movements, ensuring cost-effectiveness, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.

You will analyze needs, select carriers, optimize routes, and use TMS to track shipments. Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential, along with experience in freight management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field.
• Proven experience in transportation planning or freight management.
• Strong understanding of transport modes and route optimization.
• Experience with TMS and logistics software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule inbound and outbound transportation movements, optimizing routes and modes of transport for efficiency and cost savings.
• Select and manage relationships with carriers, negotiating rates and service agreements to meet operational requirements.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to track shipments, monitor performance, and generate operational reports.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and customs requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Negotiation

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

TMS proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Transportation Planner to join their global logistics team, supporting operations across various regions including potentially those near Paarl . This fully remote role is responsible for the efficient planning and execution of transportation operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness, timeliness, and adherence to all regulations. You will analyze transportation needs, select appropriate carriers, optimize routes, and manage freight movements to support business objectives. This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled planner who excels in a remote work environment and has a strong aptitude for logistics optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule inbound and outbound transportation movements, optimizing routes and modes of transport for efficiency and cost savings.
• Select and manage relationships with carriers, negotiating rates and service agreements to meet operational requirements.
• Utilize transportation management systems (TMS) to track shipments, monitor performance, and generate operational reports.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and customs requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., warehouse, sales) and external partners to ensure seamless execution of transportation plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in transportation planning, freight management, or a related logistics role.
• Strong understanding of transportation modes, carrier operations, and route optimization techniques.
• Proficiency in using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other logistics software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, essential for managing relationships with carriers and internal teams in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in logistics planning.
• A collaborative and innovative virtual team environment dedicated to optimizing global supply chains.