{"id":34279,"date":"2026-04-20T14:00:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T14:00:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/distribution-planning-analytics-manager-industrial-engineer-despatch-supervisor-2\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T00:24:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T00:24:25","slug":"distribution-planning-analytics-manager-industrial-engineer-despatch-supervisor-2","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=34279","title":{"rendered":"Distribution Planning &amp; Analytics Manager \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Industrial Engineer \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Despatch Supervisor-2 \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Distribution Controller \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Settlement Clerk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>To plan and track routes using market-leading planning and route adherence software, ensuring efficiency, cost optimisation, and alignment with strategic supply chain objectives. The role combines advanced technical capability, analytical depth, and operational insight.<\/p>\n<p>WHAT YOU WILL DO:<\/p>\n<p>\tMaster route management: Maintain master routes (sequence, customer allocation, frequency changes, vehicle\/driver assignment, workload balancing).<br \/>\n\tSystem health: Ensure accuracy of system data through exception management, onboarding of new delivery points, and continuous feedback.<br \/>\n\tOperational reporting: Generate daily adherence reports, monthly KPI scorecards, and performance analysis.<br \/>\n\tCost optimisation: Identify inefficiencies and propose data-driven cost reduction initiatives.<br \/>\n\tStrategic optimisation: Fleet mix design, service-day modelling, master route optimisation, and long-term network planning.<\/p>\n<p>WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TABLE:<\/p>\n<p>Competencies<\/p>\n<p>\tSupply chain expertise: Solid understanding of logistics principles.<br \/>\n\tAnalytical proficiency: Advanced data interpretation and problem-solving skills.<br \/>\n\tSoftware capability: 3\u20135 years\u2019 experience with strategic planning systems.<br \/>\n\tCommunication: Clear, persuasive interaction with multiple stakeholders.<br \/>\n\tResilience: Ability to perform in high-pressure, fast-paced environments<\/p>\n<p>Experience<\/p>\n<p>\t3\u20135 years\u2019 experience in distribution\/logistics.<br \/>\n\tB.Com (Logistics\/Transport Management\/Supply Chain), or BSc Engineering.<br \/>\n\t1\u20132 years\u2019 supervisory\/management exposure.<br \/>\n\tIntermediate to advanced MS Excel and Microsoft applications<\/p>\n<p>Deadline:27th April,2026<\/p>\n<p>go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.tigerbrands.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"","_company_name":"Tiger Brands","_company_website":"http:\/\/www.tigerbrands.com\/","_company_tagline":"Tiger Brands Limited, a Top 40 JSE Limited company whose footprint extends across the African continent and beyond, is one of the largest manufacturers and marketers of FMCG products in Southern Africa, and has been for several decades. Tiger Brands has been built over many decades through the acqu... read moreisition and clustering of businesses. Our strategy for success comes from the perpetual renovation and innovation of our brands, while our approach to expansion, acquisitions and joint ventures has given traction to a distribution network that now spans more than 22 African countries. Our group focus is on the core business of FMCG categories that spread across the value chain. Our wide range of brands are underpinned by comprehensive research and meaningful insights into each of the markets in which Tiger Brands operates. Tiger Brands is a world-class operation - and will continue to hold and grow its position through constant investment in every asset of the business, be it in people, brands, technology, efficiency, quality or sustainability. 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