Senior Transport Planner

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Transport Planner in Cape Town, Western Cape, to design and optimize our transport network. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with focused remote planning to improve delivery performance, reduce costs, and ensure regulatory compliance across our logistics operations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in transport planning or logistics, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and experience with transport planning software and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Proven expertise in route optimization and network design.
• Proficiency with transport planning software and TMS systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, with regular in-office presence required at our Cape Town, Western Cape location.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of relevant transportation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive transport and logistics plans.
• Analyze transportation data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Optimize delivery routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize transit times and costs.
• Coordinate with fleet managers, drivers, and warehouse personnel to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Utilise transport planning software and other technologies to support decision-making.
• Monitor KPIs for transport operations and report on performance.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain.
• Contribute to the development of departmental budgets and strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Transport planning software

TMS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent entity in the Cape Town, Western Cape transport and logistics sector, is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Transport Planner. This hybrid role is central to optimizing our transportation network, ensuring efficient movement of goods and materials. You will be responsible for designing and implementing strategic transport plans, managing resources, and leveraging technology to enhance delivery performance and reduce costs. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of logistics, excellent analytical skills, and experience with planning software. This position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing for focused remote planning and essential in-office collaboration with operations teams in Cape Town. Join a leading organization committed to operational excellence and innovation in the Western Cape transport landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive transport and logistics plans.
• Analyze transportation data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Optimize delivery routes and schedules to maximize efficiency and minimize transit times and costs.
• Coordinate with fleet managers, drivers, and warehouse personnel to ensure smooth operations.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Utilise transport planning software and other technologies to support decision-making.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for transport operations and report on performance.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks and disruptions in the supply chain.
• Contribute to the development of departmental budgets and strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transport planning, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Proven expertise in route optimization and network design.
• Proficiency with transport planning software and TMS systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively.
• Experience working in a hybrid model, with regular in-office presence required at our Cape Town, Western Cape location.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of relevant transportation regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strategic thinker with a results-oriented approach.

Benefits

Our client provides a competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical aid.
• Retirement fund contributions.
• Generous paid time off.

Opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and career progression are actively supported. The hybrid work model allows for a flexible approach to work-life balance, integrating remote productivity with vital in-office teamwork in Cape Town. Join a dynamic and forward-thinking company that is a leader in the Western Cape's transport industry. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of our logistics operations.