Description<\/p>\n
\tWe\u2019re on the hunt for a Route Planning Lead to captain our distribution strategy, optimise routes, and keep our deliveries running smoother than a freshly tarred freeway.
\n\tYoull lead a team of logistical legends, juggle data like a circus pro,and keep our fleet flying on the fast lane to efficiency.<\/p>\n
What You\u2019ll Be Steering:<\/p>\n
Distribution Planning<\/p>\n
\tCrunch the numbers and course-correct: monitor and improve delivery performance daily, weekly, and monthly.
\n\tSpot underutilised vehicles from a mile away and reroute like a GPS on a mission.
\n\tWork across departments like a traffic cop at peak hour\u2014keeping everyone moving smoothly.
\n\tRecommend fleet tweaks to keep costs down and deliveries full.
\n\tHunt down the root causes of non-deliveries like a logistics detective.<\/p>\n
On-Time Deliveries<\/p>\n
\tLead the Route Planning Team with confidence and clarity (and maybe a bit of caffeine).
\n\tMaster our Transport Management System like it\u2019s second nature.
\n\tReplan, reallocate, reprioritise \u2013 especially when life throws in a flat tyre or two.
\n\tKeep communication flowing \u2013 from the warehouse floor to the top floor.
\n\tAdmin That Packs a Punch
\n\tKeep customer master data polished and powerful.
\n\tReport on performance like a pro.
\n\tEnsure planning isn\u2019t just timely\u2014it\u2019s strategic and scalable.<\/p>\n
People Management<\/p>\n
\tBe the leader your team brags about at braais.
\n\tDevelop, support, and discipline as needed (but always with heart).
\n\tTrain and grow your team \u2013 because when they win, you win.
\n\tKeep communication open, clear, and regular.
\n\tBalance the books on attendance, leave, and overtime with finesse.<\/p>\n
Why Montego?<\/p>\n
\tWe\u2019re Africa\u2019s leading pet nutrition brand, rapidly expanding into international markets.
\n\tJoin a team that values innovation, collaboration, and market leadership in the pet care industry.<\/p>\n
Requirements<\/p>\n
What You Bring to the (Planning) Table:<\/p>\n
\tDiploma in Supply Chain Management (NQF Level 6) \u2013 tick.
\n\tDriver’s License (Code B) \u2013 because you know the road as well as the route.
\n\t3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in FMCG route\/distribution planning (secondary planning? Even better!)
\n\t1 year leading a team like a boss.<\/p>\n
Skills That Set You Apart:<\/p>\n
\tNatural team motivator and master of people management
\n\tRoute planning genius with systems to match (ERP, TMS, MS Office \u2013 the works)
\n\tCalm under pressure, organised under chaos
\n\tExcellent communicator with a knack for problem-solving
\n\tSolid knowledge of geographical areas, vehicle capacities, costing, and warehousing<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
tego.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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