Senior Transport Planner — Lead Route & Fleet Optimization

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Professional development

Dynamic work environment

Reputable employer

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Transport Planner for a leading freight and logistics company in Benoni, Gauteng. This on-site role drives strategic transport planning, route optimization, fleet utilization, and stakeholder coordination to move goods nationwide.

You will leverage planning tools, analyze data, mentor junior staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver cost savings. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in transport planning and a logistics degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in transport planning or logistics operations.
• Proven experience in managing complex transport networks and large fleets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic transport plans to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
• Manage and forecast fleet requirements, ensuring optimal utilization of vehicles and drivers.
• Coordinate with dispatch teams to ensure seamless execution of transport plans.
• Analyze transport data to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Monitor KPIs related to transport operations and report findings.
• Resolve transport-related issues and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements in transport planning.
• Mentor and guide junior transport planning staff.

Skills

Transport planning

Logistics operations

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Relocation to Benoni

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related

Tools

TMS software

Route optimization tools

Fleet optimization software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Senior Transport Planner for a leading freight and logistics company in Benoni, Gauteng. This on-site role drives strategic transport planning, route optimization, fleet utilization, and stakeholder coordination to move goods nationwide.

You will leverage planning tools, analyze data, mentor junior staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver cost savings. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in transport planning and a logistics degree.