Lactalis South Africa
Job Description
Join Lactalis at our site in KwaZulu-Natal and take on the challenges of a Distribution Planner. This exciting career opportunity at Lactalis SA will enable you to apply your business acumen to ensure that the company achieves its challenging objectives during the next phase of its growth in South Africa.
Required Skills
Supply Chain / Logistics degree with relevant operational experience
At least 3 years’ experience with route planning software and support systems
Knowledge of BPCS / Roadshow systems or similar ERP System
A resilient individual with excellent interpersonal and clear communication skills
Customer oriented, assertive with problem-solving skills
Result driven, innovative with good decision-making skills
Accurate and attention to detail
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Advanced MS Office skills (Excel)
Drivers’ License
Duties & Responsibilities
Daily route planning and scheduling at a required level of accuracy and quality
Manage fixed cost and reduce variable cost by planning optimal dynamic routes
Manage and maintain the routing tool to retain data integrity
Allocate resources / assets to routes in accordance with legislation and contractual agreements
Record and report key performance indicators on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
Identify cost saving initiatives and implement solutions to optimise the operations
Liaise with relevant Business Partners
Take ownership of routing results and KPI’s
Must be able to work shifts and willing to travel nationally on occasion
Deadline:5th January,2026
Apply via company website ( ) or
lactalis.erecruit.co