Distribution Planning & Analytics Manager

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

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.

What You Will Do

• Master route management: Maintain master routes (sequence, customer allocation, frequency changes, vehicle/driver assignment, workload balancing).
• System health: Ensure accuracy of system data through exception management, onboarding of new delivery points, and continuous feedback.
• Operational reporting: Generate daily adherence reports, monthly KPI scorecards, and performance analysis.
• Cost optimisation: Identify inefficiencies and propose data-driven cost reduction initiatives.
• Strategic optimisation: Fleet mix design, service-day modelling, master route optimisation, and long-term network planning.

What You Will Bring To The Table Competencies Supply chain expertise: Solid understanding of logistics principles.

• Analytical proficiency: Advanced data interpretation and problem-solving skills.
• Software capability: 3–5 years’ experience with strategic planning systems.
• Communication: Clear, persuasive interaction with multiple stakeholders.
• Resilience: Ability to perform in high-pressure, fast-paced environments

Experience

• 3–5 years’ experience in distribution/logistics.
• B.Com (Logistics/Transport Management/Supply Chain), or BSc Engineering.
• 1–2 years’ supervisory/management exposure.
• Intermediate to advanced MS Excel and Microsoft applications

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.