Project Manager - Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus potential

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work arrangement

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to lead supply chain optimization initiatives in East London. You will identify improvement opportunities, develop detailed plans, and drive implementation with logistics, procurement, and operations teams to boost efficiency and resilience across the supply chain.

The role requires strong analytical skills, stakeholder management, and a track record of delivering on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on supply chain or operations.
• Proven experience in implementing supply chain optimization projects.
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects aimed at optimizing supply chain processes, including inventory management, logistics, and procurement.
• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Analyze current supply chain performance and identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Manage project execution, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new systems and processes.
• Monitor project progress, report on key performance indicators, and manage risks.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Project Manager to lead initiatives focused on Supply Chain Optimization in East London . This role is critical in enhancing the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience of the company's supply chain operations. You will be responsible for identifying areas for improvement, developing project plans, managing implementation, and collaborating with logistics, procurement, and operations teams. This is an excellent opportunity to drive significant positive change within the supply chain functions in the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects aimed at optimizing supply chain processes, including inventory management, logistics, and procurement.


• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.


• Analyze current supply chain performance and identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.


• Manage project execution, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new systems and processes.


• Monitor project progress, report on key performance indicators, and manage risks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, with a strong focus on supply chain or operations.


• Proven experience in implementing supply chain optimization projects.


• Solid understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential.


• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.


• Opportunities for professional development and supply chain certifications.


• A flexible hybrid work arrangement.


• A collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement.