INTRODUCTION
Applications are open for a Transport Planner position based at Tygervally. The successful candidate will report to the Primary Transport Manager and will be responsible for planning and coordinating transportation activities.
The role focuses on load planning, route optimisation, carrier coordination and resolving transport issues. Applicants should have a 3-year bachelor’s degree, preferably in Logistics, Industrial Engineering or Management, and up to 5 years’ experience in an FMCG transport environment.
QUICK FACTS
– Closing Date: 21 August 2026
– Salary/Stipend: Not stated
– Location: Tygervally
– Minimum Requirements: 3-year bachelor’s degree, preferably in Logistics, Industrial Engineering or Management; up to 5 years’ experience in an FMCG transport environment
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
The Transport Planner is responsible for the daily planning and execution of transportation activities across assigned operational sites or carriers.
The role includes load consolidation, route planning, shipment scheduling, carrier coordination and resolving transport issues to support timely, cost-effective and efficient delivery of goods.
This is a transport planning position within an FMCG environment.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Applicants should have:
– A 3-year bachelor’s degree, preferably in Logistics, Industrial Engineering or Management.
– Up to 5 years’ experience in an FMCG transport environment.
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
– Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
– Knowledge of transportation management systems (TMS).
Added advantage:
– Experience with Transport Management Systems such as OTM and E2Open.
– Working knowledge of SAP PRD.
– Experience with the Power BI reporting suite.
PROGRAMME / JOB BENEFITS
The source does not state specific benefits or salary details.
The role provides experience in:
– Transportation planning and execution.
– Load consolidation and route optimisation.
– Carrier coordination and shipment scheduling.
– Working with internal supply chain stakeholders and external logistics partners.
– Transport management systems and reporting tools.
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
This opportunity can help you gain experience in:
– Daily transportation planning and load consolidation.
– Route optimisation and shipment scheduling.
– Carrier coordination and transport capacity management.
– Transportation management systems.
– Process improvement and operational controls.
– Stakeholder communication and coordination.
– Working in an FMCG transport and supply chain environment.
KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
– Perform transportation planning, including load consolidation, routing and shipment scheduling.
– Ensure planned loads meet cut-off times and can be routed using transportation management systems.
– Conduct load tendering and manage carrier confirmations to secure transportation capacity.
– Act as the main point of contact for assigned sites or carriers.
– Coordinate with carriers, OpCo teams and external suppliers.
– Support time-critical or special transport requests with customer service teams.
– Use basic Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tools, including the Daily Control System and 5-Why, to improve operational performance.
– Evaluate planning and execution processes.
– Propose and implement best practices and control improvements.
– Ensure compliance with internal policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.
– Provide backup support for additional transportation lanes, carriers or sites when required.
– Expand contact networks and suggest innovative approaches for handling exceptions and improving logistics flows.
LOCATIONS AND REFERENCE NUMBERS
Tygervally
– Transport Planner — Reference number not stated in the source.
HOW TO APPLY
1. Make sure you meet the stated qualification and experience requirements.
2. Prepare a detailed CV.
3. Include a certified copy of your highest qualification.
4. Register and apply through the Heineken Beverages portal.
5. Log on to MYHR and follow Home > Careers.
6. Submit your application before the closing date of 21 August 2026.
IMPORTANT NOTES
– Candidates who do not receive correspondence within 1 month after the closing date may assume that their application was unsuccessful.
– Applicants are required to provide a detailed CV and certified copy of their highest qualification.
– The recruitment process does not include unsolicited offers of employment.
– Candidates are not required to make advance payments.
– Applicants should only respond to contact from the official career website, the official Heineken LinkedIn page, authorised recruitment personnel or a local recruiting office.
FINAL WORD
If you meet the requirements, submit your application through the MYHR careers portal before 21 August 2026. Ensure that your CV and certified highest qualification are included with the application.