Logistics and Supply Chain Planner

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybride; ZAR 420 000 - 650 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work model

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Logistics and Supply Chain Planner for the Nelspruit, Mpumalanga region. The role focuses on building and executing logistics plans, forecasting demand, managing inventory, and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure effective procurement, production, and distribution.

This hybrid position blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility, offering opportunities to optimize costs, improve service levels, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in logistics planning or supply chain management.
• Experience with demand forecasting, inventory management, and transportation planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with data interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment balancing remote and in-office work.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute logistics and supply chain plans to meet business objectives.
• Analyze forecasts and translate them into procurement, production, and distribution plans.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor KPIs for supply chain efficiency, cost, and service levels.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance performance and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and finance to align activities with needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and industry best practices.
• Resolve disruptions promptly and effectively.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging logistics technologies.

Connaissances

Demand forecasting

Inventory management

Transportation planning

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Hybrid work

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Outils

ERP systems

Supply chain planning software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and analytical Logistics and Supply Chain Planner to contribute to their operations, with a focus on supporting their Nelspruit, Mpumalanga region. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective management of the entire supply chain, from procurement to delivery. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of planning methodologies, inventory management, and transportation optimization. You will be responsible for developing and executing logistics plans, forecasting demand, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure smooth operations. This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, supporting a balanced work environment. Join a growing company that values strategic planning and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive logistics and supply chain plans to meet business objectives.
• Analyze demand forecasts and translate them into actionable procurement, production, and distribution plans.
• Optimize inventory levels across the supply chain to minimize carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, carriers, and other third-party logistics providers.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain efficiency, cost, and service levels.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain performance and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, operations, and finance, to align supply chain activities with business needs.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry best practices.
• Resolve any supply chain disruptions or issues promptly and effectively.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in logistics and supply chain management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in logistics planning, supply chain management, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in demand forecasting, inventory management, and transportation planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software and ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement benefits. Our client provides a supportive and dynamic work environment with the flexibility of a hybrid work model. You will have the opportunity to work on strategic initiatives impacting the supply chain for the Nelspruit region and beyond, with clear pathways for professional development and career advancement. This position is ideal for an individual seeking to make a significant impact in logistics planning.