Remote Global Supply Chain Manager — FMCG

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain activities from a remote capacity. The role focuses on optimizing procurement, logistics, inventory, and demand planning for a globally operating FMCG environment.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of progressive supply chain experience, strong leadership, and demonstrated ability to manage international operations. Remote work flexibility is provided with collaboration across multiple teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required or equivalent in supply chain management, logistics, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive supply chain experience, with FMCG exposure.
• Proven ability to manage complex international supply chains.
• Strong command of demand planning, inventory control, procurement, and logistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain from a remote capacity.
• Develop strategic plans to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics.
• Manage demand forecasting and planning processes.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Remote team management

Demand planning

Inventory management

Procurement

Negotiation

Forecasting

Analytics

Stakeholder management

Supply chain optimization

Education

Master's in SCM

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDA

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain activities from a remote capacity. The role focuses on optimizing procurement, logistics, inventory, and demand planning for a globally operating FMCG environment.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of progressive supply chain experience, strong leadership, and demonstrated ability to manage international operations. Remote work flexibility is provided with collaboration across multiple teams.