Remote Industrial Engineer: Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Global health insurance

Home office allowance

Online courses

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in supply chain optimization to join our fully remote team supporting operations primarily based in Pretoria, South Africa. You will design, implement, and manage efficient supply chain processes, leveraging analytical techniques to improve logistics, inventory management, and network design.

The role offers a competitive remote salary, opportunities for continuous learning, and a flexible schedule to collaborate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, SCM, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in supply chain analysis and optimization.
• Proven expertise in supply chain modeling software.
• Strong understanding of logistics, inventory control, and network design.
• Excellent communication and collaboration, with remote/global team experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and drive cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize the entire supply chain network, including logistics, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory management to reduce carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to design and test new supply chain configurations and operational improvements.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and distribution teams to ensure seamless end-to-end supply chain performance.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure the effectiveness of supply chain operations.
• Implement Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies within the supply chain function.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Remote work experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, SCM, or related field

Tools

Supply chain modeling software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in supply chain optimization to join our fully remote team supporting operations primarily based in Pretoria, South Africa. You will design, implement, and manage efficient supply chain processes, leveraging analytical techniques to improve logistics, inventory management, and network design.

The role offers a competitive remote salary, opportunities for continuous learning, and a flexible schedule to collaborate