Management Consultant - Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 700 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement planning

Paid time off

Professional development

Diverse industries exposure

Collaborative team in Nelspruit

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Nelspruit-based consultancy seeks a skilled Management Consultant specializing in Supply Chain Optimization. You will analyze end-to-end operations, design strategies, and work on-site with client teams to deliver cost reductions and performance gains.

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or senior operational roles. Excellent communication and on-site collaboration in Nelspruit are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or senior ops role.
• Proven expertise in supply chain strategy, logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to model complex scenarios.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with on-site work in Nelspruit.
• Familiarity with supply chain software and tools advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain operations to identify inefficiencies and cost savings.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory, logistics, procurement, and network design.
• Use data analytics and modeling to forecast demand and optimize resources.
• Collaborate with client operations to implement recommended solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Assess and improve technology systems supporting supply chain functions.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Client-facing

On-site collaboration

Communication skills

Formation

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree in Operations Research

Outils

Supply chain software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished Management Consultancy, is seeking a skilled Management Consultant with a specialization in Supply Chain Optimization to join their team in Nelspruit . This role involves enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of client supply chains through in-depth analysis, strategic planning, and process re-engineering. You will work on-site with clients, collaborating closely to implement transformative solutions that reduce costs, improve delivery times, and increase overall operational resilience. This is a demanding yet rewarding role for professionals passionate about optimizing complex logistical networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain operations, identifying areas of inefficiency and potential cost savings.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory management, logistics, procurement, and network design.
• Utilize data analytics and modeling techniques to forecast demand, optimize resource allocation, and improve performance.
• Collaborate with client operations teams to ensure the successful implementation of recommended solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations throughout the engagement lifecycle.
• Assess and recommend improvements to technology systems supporting supply chain functions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or a senior operational role within a complex supply chain environment.
• Proven expertise in supply chain strategy, logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to model complex scenarios.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills, with the ability to work effectively on-site in Nelspruit .
• Familiarity with supply chain management software and tools is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus program.
• Comprehensive medical insurance and retirement planning options.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to diverse industries and challenging supply chain problems.
• Dynamic and collaborative team environment focused on client success in Nelspruit .