Remote FMCG Supply Chain Analyst (Data-Driven)

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development

Remote-friendly team

Flexible work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join a distributed, fully remote team serving South Africa. You will analyze data to improve inventory management, logistics, and overall supply chain performance across the country.

The role requires 3–5 years in supply chain analysis, proficiency with Excel/SQL/Python/R, and experience with ERP/WMS systems. You will collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations to drive cost savings and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in supply chain analysis, FMCG preferred.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, R and ERP/WMS systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory, logistics and supply chain concepts.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks and savings.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and reports to track performance.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations and external partners.
• Forecast demand, manage inventory, and optimize stock placement.
• Identify and implement process improvements using data-driven insights.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain technologies and systems.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Industrial Engineering / Data Science

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

ERP/WMS systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join a distributed, fully remote team serving South Africa. You will analyze data to improve inventory management, logistics, and overall supply chain performance across the country.

The role requires 3–5 years in supply chain analysis, proficiency with Excel/SQL/Python/R, and experience with ERP/WMS systems. You will collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations to drive cost savings and efficiency.