Transport Planning & Optimization Specialist

Transport Planning & Optimization Specialist

Location: South Africa (with regional scope: Namibia, Zambia & expanding Africa)

Were seeking a Transport Planning & Optimization Specialist to design, optimize, and maintain transport schedules, routing plans, and fleet utilization models across multiple Distribution Centres. This role ensures high-frequency, time-bound, temperature-controlled deliveries are executed with maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain master delivery schedules across DCs.

• Optimize multi-drop, multi-temperature routes using PLATO, TRAMM, FleetVision.

• Drive fleet utilization, reduce empty running, and improve cost-to-serve.

• Govern TMS data integrity and SOPs for routing workflows.

• Deliver daily planned vs actual dashboards and exception reporting.

• Support client onboarding, store rollouts, and scenario modelling for promotions/seasonality.

• Partner with DC Operations, Customer Service, and Finance to ensure seamless execution.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Industrial Engineering.

• 26 years experience in transport planning, routing, or optimization.

• Strong exposure to TMS platforms, telematics, and vehicle tracking.

• Advanced analytical skills (Excel, modelling, scenario planning).

• FMCG/QSR distribution experience advantageous.

What Success Looks Like: Accurate, reliable routing outputs, proactive risk management, continuous efficiency improvements, and trusted expertise in transport planning.