Senior Route Planner: Hybrid FMCG Logistics Expert

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Senior Route Planner for a hybrid role combining remote analytics with on-site collaboration. You will design, optimize, and implement efficient delivery routes across a vast FMCG distribution network to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years in route planning or logistics optimization, proficiency with ORTEC/Paragon/PTV, and strong data skills. You will mentor junior planners and contribute to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in route planning or transportation management within FMCG or similar high-volume setting.
• Experience using ORTEC, Paragon, or PTV routing software.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills to interpret complex data sets.
• Proficiency with Excel, SQL, or similar data tools.
• Understanding of vehicle capacity, delivery time windows, and driver hours regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement optimized delivery routes for a large fleet.
• Use routing software to minimize time, fuel, and costs.
• Analyze delivery data to identify bottlenecks and improvements.
• Coordinate with warehouse and operations for seamless integration.
• Manage route databases and update with real-time traffic and windows.
• Develop contingency plans for disruptions and train junior planners.
• Monitor fleet utilization and report key findings to management.
• Stay updated on new routing technologies and methods.
• Ensure routes comply with relevant traffic regulations and delivery constraints.

Skills

Route planning

Data analysis

FMCG logistics

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's in Logistics

Tools

ORTEC

Paragon

PTV Group

Job description

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Senior Route Planner for a hybrid role combining remote analytics with on-site collaboration. You will design, optimize, and implement efficient delivery routes across a vast FMCG distribution network to ensure timely deliveries and cost efficiency.

The role requires 5+ years in route planning or logistics optimization, proficiency with ORTEC/Paragon/PTV, and strong data skills. You will mentor junior planners and contribute to process improvements.