Hybrid Project Manager: Supply Chain Optimization & Impact

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development and training

Hybrid work arrangements

Long-term opportunities in the region

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to optimize our client’s supply chain operations from Pietermaritzburg. You will drive end-to-end project lifecycles, coordinating with procurement, warehousing, transportation and customer service to deliver measurable improvements.

The role emphasizes change management, data-driven decision making, and strong stakeholder engagement to reduce costs and improve service delivery in a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in supply chain or logistics.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects focused on supply chain optimization, including process improvement, technology implementation, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Analyze current supply chain operations to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop detailed project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal teams (e.g., logistics, procurement, IT) and external partners (e.g., suppliers, carriers).
• Manage project budgets and ensure cost-effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and report on outcomes to senior management.
• Implement new technologies and systems to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry best practices.
• Facilitate training and change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new processes.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SCM software

Project management tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to optimize our client’s supply chain operations from Pietermaritzburg. You will drive end-to-end project lifecycles, coordinating with procurement, warehousing, transportation and customer service to deliver measurable improvements.

The role emphasizes change management, data-driven decision making, and strong stakeholder engagement to reduce costs and improve service delivery in a hybrid work setup.