Remote Global Logistics Network Architect

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Bonus structure

Generous annual leave

Retirement plan with company matching

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Logistics Network Planner to design, optimize, and manage a global logistics network from a South Africa–based home office. You will apply advanced modeling tools, analyze costs, and shape inventory placement strategies to maximize efficiency and service levels.

In this fully remote role, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams worldwide, develop business cases, monitor KPIs, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field (SCM, Logistics, IE, OR).
• 7+ years of logistics network design/planning experience.
• Proficient with network modeling software (Llamasoft/AnyLogic) and advanced analytics.
• Strong knowledge of transportation modes, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools (SQL, Excel, Tableau).
• Strong communication and presentation skills; able to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently on complex remote projects.
• Experience with 3PLs and carriers is a plus.
• Knowledge of global logistics and trade compliance.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize the global logistics network, including locations and inventory distribution.
• Use modeling software to evaluate scenarios and identify optimal solutions.
• Analyze costs, transit times, and service levels for improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement, and sales to align strategies.
• Develop business cases for network changes or expansions.
• Monitor KPIs related to network efficiency and cost.
• Stay current on industry practices and technologies in logistics.
• Manage relationships with 3PLs and carriers.
• Develop contingency plans and risk mitigation.
• Present findings to senior management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder influence

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Llamasoft

AnyLogic

SQL

Excel

Tableau

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Logistics Network Planner to design, optimize, and manage a global logistics network from a South Africa–based home office. You will apply advanced modeling tools, analyze costs, and shape inventory placement strategies to maximize efficiency and service levels.

In this fully remote role, you will collaborate with cross‑functional teams worldwide, develop business cases, monitor KPIs, and communicate recommendations to senior leadership.