About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Logistics Network Analyst to join their operations team in Polokwane, Limpopo. This role is instrumental in evaluating and optimizing the company's logistics network, including transportation routes, warehouse locations, and inventory placement. The Logistics Network Analyst will utilize advanced analytical tools and methodologies to identify inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and support strategic decision-making to enhance supply chain performance. You will play a key part in ensuring that our client's logistics operations are cost-effective, efficient, and responsive to market demands in Polokwane. The ideal candidate will possess strong quantitative skills, experience with network modeling and simulation, and a passion for solving complex logistics challenges. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction of a growing organization and shape the future of its supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze existing logistics networks, including transportation lanes, distribution centers, and inventory levels for operations in Polokwane.
- Develop and utilize network modeling and simulation tools to evaluate alternative network designs and strategies.
- Identify opportunities to reduce logistics costs, improve transit times, and enhance service levels.
- Collaborate with transportation, warehousing, and inventory management teams to gather data and implement recommendations.
- Perform cost-benefit analysis for proposed network changes and strategic initiatives.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key logistics network performance indicators (KPIs).
- Conduct research on industry best practices and emerging technologies in logistics network design.
- Support strategic planning processes by providing data-driven insights into network capacity and requirements.
- Evaluate the impact of business changes (e.g., new product launches, market expansion) on the logistics network.
- Communicate complex analytical findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders at various levels.
- Contribute to the development of long-term logistics infrastructure plans.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in logistics, supply chain analysis, or network design.
- Proven experience with logistics network modeling software (e.g., Llamasoft, AnyLogic) and/or advanced Excel modeling.
- Strong analytical, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis, visualization, and reporting tools.
- Excellent understanding of transportation and warehousing operations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work environment.
- Knowledge of the Limpopo region's logistics infrastructure is a plus.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of R .
- Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in network optimization.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Performance-based bonuses and recognition.
- Contribution to a retirement fund.
- Be a key contributor to strategic supply chain decisions in Polokwane.
- Engage with advanced analytics and optimization technologies.