Hybrid Logistics & Supply Chain Analyst: Data-Driven

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Analyst to optimize the end-to-end network by analyzing data, building dashboards, and collaborating with operations, procurement and sales to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field and 3–5 years of logistics experience, with advanced Excel, SQL and data visualization skills.

It is a hybrid role in Cape Town, with health insurance, provident fund and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a logistics, supply chain analysis, or operations role.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced), SQL, and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and transportation logistics.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports to track key logistics metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, inventory turnover, transportation costs).
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and sales teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels across the network.
• Research and recommend improvements to logistics processes, including transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed supply chain initiatives and technologies.
• Support the implementation of new logistics systems and software solutions.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to ensure our client remains competitive.
• Assist in managing relationships with carriers and third-party logistics providers.
• Prepare regular reports on supply chain performance for senior management.

Skills

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

SQL

Data visualization

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

WMS

TMS

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Logistics and Supply Chain Analyst to optimize the end-to-end network by analyzing data, building dashboards, and collaborating with operations, procurement and sales to improve efficiency and reduce costs. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field and 3–5 years of logistics experience, with advanced Excel, SQL and data visualization skills.

It is a hybrid role in Cape Town, with health insurance, provident fund and opportunities for