Graduate Trainee Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Upington exposure

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks analytical and detail-oriented Graduate Trainee Supply Chain Analysts to join the operations team. You will gain hands-on experience in logistics, inventory, and process improvement, with exposure to end-to-end supply chain activities.

This entry-level position offers extensive training, mentorship, and a clear path to career progression within supply chain roles while contributing to practical operational enhancements in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Recent degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in managing inventory levels and optimizing stock control procedures.
• Support the logistics team in planning and tracking shipments and deliveries.
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving supply chain performance and reliability.
• Develop reports and presentations on key supply chain metrics and performance.

Skills

Excel for data analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking analytical and detail-oriented Graduate Trainee Supply Chain Analysts to join their operations team in Upington . This role offers a comprehensive introduction to supply chain management, focusing on logistics, inventory, and operational efficiency. You will gain hands‑on experience in analyzing supply chain data, identifying bottlenecks, and contributing to the optimization of our client's supply chain processes. This is a prime opportunity for graduates interested in optimizing the flow of goods and services.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Assist in managing inventory levels and optimizing stock control procedures.
• Support the logistics team in planning and tracking shipments and deliveries.
• Contribute to projects aimed at improving supply chain performance and reliability.
• Develop reports and presentations on key supply chain metrics and performance.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of supply chain principles and operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with prospects for career progression in supply chain roles.
• Extensive training and mentorship in supply chain analysis and logistics.
• Exposure to end‑to‑end supply chain operations in Upington .
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful operational improvements.
• A collaborative and professional work environment.