Strategic Remote Logistics Planner — Optimize Transport & Costs

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Logistics Planner to support nationwide supply chain operations from South Africa. The role focuses on developing transportation plans, managing carriers, and ensuring efficient movement of goods in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will analyze logistics data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement improvements while working independently and collaborating with partners to optimize performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics planning or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of transport modes and regulations.
• Proficiency in logistics software and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimal logistics plans for inbound and outbound shipments.
• Manage carrier relationships, negotiating rates and service levels.
• Monitor shipments and address delays proactively.
• Analyze data to identify savings and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline operations.

Skills

Logistics planning

Transportation management

Data analysis

Negotiation

Remote work

Tools

MS Office

Logistics software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Remote Logistics Planner to support nationwide supply chain operations from South Africa. The role focuses on developing transportation plans, managing carriers, and ensuring efficient movement of goods in a fully remote setting.

The ideal candidate will analyze logistics data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement improvements while working independently and collaborating with partners to optimize performance.