Associate Supply Chain Optimization Consultant — Durban

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement savings options

Mentorship from experienced colleagues

Extensive training and development

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, seeks an Associate Management Consultant specializing in Supply Chain Optimization. You will engage with clients, analyze processes, develop optimized strategies, and support implementation to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with client teams in a fast-paced consulting environment. The position is office-based in Durban, offering extensive training, mentorship from experienced consultants, and exposure to

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics or management consulting.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and operations.
• Proficiency in data analysis and modeling with Excel/Tableau.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current supply chain processes to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop optimized supply chain strategies including logistics, inventory, and procurement.
• Design and implement solutions to reduce costs and mitigate risks.
• Conduct data analysis to support recommendations and measure impact of changes.
• Collaborate with client teams for successful adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Prepare reports and presentations detailing findings and progress.
• Support senior consultants in project management and client relationships.
• Stay updated on supply chain trends and best practices across industries.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/OR/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Job description

WhatJobs Direct in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, seeks an Associate Management Consultant specializing in Supply Chain Optimization. You will engage with clients, analyze processes, develop optimized strategies, and support implementation to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes collaboration with client teams in a fast-paced consulting environment. The position is office-based in Durban, offering extensive training, mentorship from experienced consultants, and exposure to