Transportation Planner

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Transportation Planner in Pretoria to oversee daily transport operations. The role includes planning routes, selecting carriers, and ensuring compliance with regulations while coordinating with warehouse and sales teams.

The ideal candidate has experience in transportation planning or logistics coordination, strong negotiation and communication skills, and familiarity with TMS software. On-site role within Gauteng region offers growth and stability.

Qualifications

• Experience as Transportation Planner or Logistics Coordinator or similar role.
• Knowledge of transportation regulations, logistics, and supply chain management.
• Experience with TMS or similar software.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily, weekly, and monthly routes and loads.
• Select carriers and negotiate rates for cost-effectiveness.
• Track shipments and provide real-time updates to stakeholders.
• Monitor carrier performance and SLAs.
• Identify opportunities for route optimization and savings.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain transportation documentation and records.
• Coordinate with warehouse and sales teams for pickups/deliveries.
• Respond to transportation issues and inquiries promptly.

Skills

Transportation planning

Logistics coordination

Regulatory knowledge

TMS proficiency

Negotiation

Communication

Under pressure/Deadlines

Education

High school diploma

Degree in logistics or related field

Tools

Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and organized Transportation Planner to join their established team in Pretoria. This role is integral to ensuring the efficient and cost-effective movement of goods, involving the planning, scheduling, and execution of transportation operations. You will be working on-site to manage relationships with carriers, optimize routes, and ensure compliance with all transportation regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong understanding of logistics and a keen eye for detail to contribute to a busy and vital operational function. The role requires hands-on involvement in daily transportation management within the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily, weekly, and monthly transportation routes and loads.
• Select appropriate carriers and negotiate rates to ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Track shipments and provide real-time updates to internal stakeholders and customers.
• Monitor carrier performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements.
• Identify opportunities for route optimization and cost reduction.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Manage and maintain transportation documentation and records.
• Collaborate with warehouse and sales teams to coordinate pick-ups and deliveries.
• Respond to and resolve transportation-related issues and customer inquiries promptly.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Transportation Planner, Logistics Coordinator, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of transportation regulations, logistics, and supply chain management.
• Proficiency in transportation management systems (TMS) and other relevant software.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in logistics or a related field is advantageous.
• Familiarity with the Pretoria and broader Gauteng logistics landscape is a plus.

Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary, health insurance, paid vacation, and retirement plan options.

• competitive salary
• health insurance
• paid vacation
• retirement plan options

This on-site role provides stability and direct interaction with a dedicated team. Opportunities for professional growth and development are available. Join a reputable organization in Pretoria and contribute to its ongoing success in the transportation sector.