Senior Transport Planner – Lead Route Optimization

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Bonuses

Company vehicle or transport allowance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead the logistics hub in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role focuses on designing and implementing transport strategies, optimizing routes, and managing a team of planners to support a large retail network.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership capabilities, extensive experience with TMS, and a track record of delivering cost savings while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years in transport planning or logistics management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
• Proven track record in developing and executing transport plans for large-scale operations, preferably in retail/FMCG in the Western Cape.
• In-depth knowledge of TMS, route optimization, and fleet management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage comprehensive transport plans for efficient delivery to stores and distribution centers.
• Optimize routes, schedules and vehicle utilization to minimize transit times and costs.
• Oversee and develop a team of transport planners with training and performance management.
• Negotiate contracts and SLAs with 3PLs and carriers.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations, safety and environmental standards.
• Utilize TMS and other software to plan and track shipments.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with warehouse, inventory and merchandising teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Team management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Fleet management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Logistics or Supply Chain

Tools

Transport Management System (TMS)

Route optimization software

Fleet management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead the logistics hub in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role focuses on designing and implementing transport strategies, optimizing routes, and managing a team of planners to support a large retail network.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and leadership capabilities, extensive experience with TMS, and a track record of delivering cost savings while ensuring regulatory compliance.