Transportation Planner

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary and performance–in€

Hybrid work arrangement offering work–

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Opportunities for professional展

A collaborative work environment

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a skilled Transportation Planner to optimize our client's transportation network. You will design routes, manage carrier relationships, and analyze data to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

This hybrid role requires on-site presence for key planning sessions and collaboration with warehouse teams. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in logistics or supply chain and has proven experience with transportation management software and strong

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Proven experience in transportation planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in transportation management software.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute optimal transportation plans, considering cost, speed, and reliability.
• Manage relationships with third-party carriers, negotiating rates and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with warehouse and distribution teams to ensure seamless movement of inventory.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting transportation.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Hybrid teamwork

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management

Tools

Transportation management software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Transportation Planner to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is essential for optimizing the company's transportation network, ensuring efficient and cost-effective movement of goods. You will be responsible for planning routes, managing carrier relationships, and analyzing transportation data to identify opportunities for improvement. This hybrid position allows for flexibility while requiring on-site presence for key team interactions and strategic planning sessions, contributing to a robust and efficient supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute optimal transportation plans, considering cost, speed, and reliability.
• Manage relationships with third-party carriers, negotiating rates and ensuring service level agreements are met.
• Analyze transportation data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with warehouse and distribution teams to ensure seamless movement of inventory.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting transportation .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in transportation planning or logistics coordination.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in transportation management software.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A collaborative work environment focused on innovation and efficiency.