Delivery Route Planner Logistics Hub

About the Role Our client, a growing logistics and distribution company with a key hub in Paarl, Western Cape , is seeking a meticulous and analytical Delivery Route Planner . This role is central to optimizing our delivery operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely service to our customers across the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving delivery routes, taking into account factors such as traffic patterns, delivery windows, vehicle capacity, and driver availability.

We are looking for an individual with strong spatial reasoning, excellent problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of logistics software and data analysis. This hybrid position allows for effective on-site collaboration with dispatch and operational teams, while also offering the flexibility of remote work for analytical tasks and planning. You will play a vital role in enhancing our client's operational performance and customer satisfaction in the beautiful Paarl valley and beyond.

If you have a passion for optimization and a talent for logistical strategy, this is an exciting opportunity.

• Develop and optimize delivery routes for a fleet of vehicles to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Utilize route planning software and mapping tools to create dynamic delivery schedules.
• Analyze delivery data, including mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery times, to identify areas for improvement.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and drivers to ensure smooth execution of planned routes.
• Adjust routes and schedules in real-time to accommodate unforeseen circumstances such as traffic, road closures, or urgent delivery requests.
• Collaborate with the operations team to understand delivery constraints and customer requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all traffic laws and delivery regulations.
• Generate reports on route efficiency, performance metrics, and proposed optimizations.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of geographical areas and potential route challenges.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices in route planning and logistics.

• Proven experience in route planning, logistics coordination, or a similar role.
• Proficiency with route optimization software (e.g., RouteXL, Optimo Route, or similar) and mapping tools (e.g., Google Maps, Waze).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of geographical areas within the Western Cape , particularly around Paarl .
• Ability to work with data and generate insightful reports.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for coordinating with drivers and operational staff.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.
• Familiarity with fleet management principles is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a qualification in logistics or supply chain management is advantageous.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape and improve logistical operations.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Be part of a company that values efficiency and customer satisfaction.