Hybrid Project Manager, Supply Chain & Logistics Excellence

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life cover

Retirement planning

Career development

Conferences access

Wellness initiatives

Staff discounts

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead critical supply chain and logistics initiatives in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will plan, execute and deliver projects spanning warehouse management, transportation optimization, inventory control and procurement, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4-6 years of project management experience in supply chain/logistics.
• Experience with WMS, TMS, inventory optimization, or network design.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem solving.
• ERP proficiency (SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent communication, leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a hybrid operational setup.
• Certifications such as APICS or PMP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of supply chain and logistics projects.
• Analyze current processes and identify cost reduction opportunities.
• Develop project plans with scope, timelines, resources and budgets.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Implement new technologies to enhance visibility and efficiency.
• Monitor risks and take corrective actions.
• Ensure alignment between procurement, warehousing, transportation and distribution.
• Communicate status, milestones and outcomes to leadership.
• Contribute to strategic development of the supply chain function.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/Logistics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead critical supply chain and logistics initiatives in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will plan, execute and deliver projects spanning warehouse management, transportation optimization, inventory control and procurement, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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