Senior Logistics Planner (Gauteng) at Econo Foods

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

• The Senior Logistics Planner is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all planning activities across inbound and distribution logistics. This role ensures the efficient scheduling of supplier deliveries, optimization of outbound routes, and overall alignment of planning with business requirements.
• By managing both inbound (Opsi Tramm system) and outbound (OPSI route planning) functions, the Logistics Planning Manager drives operational efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across the logistics network.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage both Inbound Planning and Distribution Planning teams.
• Provide tactical direction and daily support to ensure cohesive planning operations across inbound and outbound flows.
• Drive standardization and best practices across both planning functions.

Inbound Planning & Scheduling

• Oversee inbound scheduling through the Opsi Tramm system, ensuring alignment with procurement, GRV processing, and storage capacity.
• Monitor inbound truck schedules, delivery adherence, and resolve supplier/transporter deviations.
• Ensure accurate and timely updates of daily inbound schedules across all facilities.

Outbound Planning & Route Optimization

• Oversee the use of OPSI route planning software to design efficient primary and secondary distribution routes and retail deliveries.
• Ensure live monitoring of outbound deliveries, responding to deviations and adjusting routes dynamically.
• Align distribution plans with sales requirements and warehouse readiness.

​​​​​​​Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Consolidate and analyze data from both inbound and distribution functions.
• Generate and review reports on KPIs such as truck turnaround times, on-time delivery rates, supplier adherence, and route efficiency.
• Use performance data to provide recommendations and implement continuous improvements.

​​​​​​​Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the primary link between procurement, warehouses, suppliers, transporters, and sales teams as well as system partners.
• Ensure clear communication of inbound schedules and distribution plans across the organization.
• Participate in management meetings and provide planning performance insights.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Compliance & Safety

• Ensure both inbound and distribution planning comply with transportation, food safety, and regulatory standards.
• Promote safe operations and adherence to cold chain and road safety regulations.
• Oversee master data accuracy for both inbound and outbound systems.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in logistics planning, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Opsi Tramm (inbound) and OPSI route planning (distribution) systems.
• Comprehensive understanding of Econofoods operations and interdepartmental influences.
• Knowledge of cold storage logistics, food safety standards, and road safety legislation.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Building and maintaining relationships with strong interpersonal skills - living out the company values and unique HO HOLA culture.
• Friendly, helpful, confident yet humble, and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to work in a highly competitive, fast past and dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal).
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret performance data and drive improvements.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Customer-centric approach and collaborative mindset.
• Lives and promotes Econofoods’ HO HOLA values.

CLOSING DATE               

• 17 SEPTEMBER 2025