- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Bachelors , National Certificate
- Experience 2 – 3 years
- Location Gauteng
- City Johannesburg
- Job Field Logistics  , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
MCL Load Planner at Maersk Line
MCL Load Planner
WHAT WE OFFER:
- When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace.
- You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things.
- We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values.
- To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together.
- Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.
- Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve.
- In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work.
- At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Load Planning & Optimization:
- Plan daily, weekly, and monthly loads based on order volumes, customer requirements, and delivery schedules.
- Optimize truck loads to ensure maximum trailer utilization and cost efficiency.
- Assign loads to carriers and drivers using Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
Routing & Scheduling:
- Develop effective and time-sensitive delivery routes for company or third-party carriers.
- Monitor real-time delivery progress and proactively manage any delays or issues.
Carrier & Stakeholder Coordination:
- Communicate with internal departments (sales, warehouse, procurement) to align load planning with operational needs.
- Liaise with carriers to schedule pickups, resolve service issues, and confirm availability.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Ensure all shipments comply with local and international transportation regulations, including weight limits and safety standards.
- Prepare accurate load documentation including bills of lading, manifests, and schedules.
Data Analysis & Reporting:
- Analyze freight costs, delivery performance, and route efficiency.
- Provide insights and reports to improve service levels and reduce transport costs
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong understanding of transportation and logistics operations
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Proficiency in Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and route planning tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and freight handling
Qualifications:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred)
- Minimum 2–3 years experience in load planning, dispatching, or transportation coordination
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and logistics software
- Experience with ERP systems or WMS is a plus
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- On-time delivery rate
- Load efficiency (utilization %)
- Freight cost per shipment
- Claims and compliance rate
- Carrier on-time performance
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Maersk Line on www.maersk.com to apply
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