Remote FMCG Supply Chain Optimization Expert

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work flexibility

Medical aid

Provident fund

Annual bonus

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Optimization Specialist to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and performance of supply chain operations across South Africa. This predominantly remote role requires a strong quantitative background and the ability to work independently from a home office.

The ideal candidate will analyze complex data, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategic solutions for logistics, inventory management, and distribution, collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field or Supply Chain Management.
• 5+ years in supply chain, logistics, or operations, preferably FMCG.
• Proven ability to optimize processes and reduce costs.
• Strong data analysis, modeling, and communication skills.
• Experience with ERP/WMS/TMS and advanced Excel.

Responsabilités

• Analyse current supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies and cost savings.
• Develop and implement optimized logistics and distribution strategies.
• Forecast demand and manage inventory using analytics and modeling.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, sales and external partners.
• Establish and report on supply chain performance metrics.
• Evaluate new technologies and best practices for enhancement.
• Maintain relationships with logistics providers and suppliers.
• Create business cases for improvements and present to management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Connaissances

Data analysis

ERP/WMS/TMS

Advanced Excel

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Outils

ERP systems

WMS

TMS

Excel

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Optimization Specialist to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and performance of supply chain operations across South Africa. This predominantly remote role requires a strong quantitative background and the ability to work independently from a home office.

The ideal candidate will analyze complex data, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategic solutions for logistics, inventory management, and distribution, collaborating with