Remote Lead, Global Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary and bonus

Full remote work arrangement

Home office setup support

Global collaboration culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Lead Supply Chain Engineer to drive major improvements in logistics and supply chain operations from Stellenbosch as a fully remote role. You will lead cross-functional teams, leverage data analytics, and implement robust solutions to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and improve responsiveness across global networks.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field with 8+ years of experience, expertise in ERP and analytics, and a proven track

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• 8+ years of supply chain engineering or operations optimization experience.
• Proven leadership with remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, optimize, and manage end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams on improvement projects.
• Develop strategies to reduce lead times and costs.
• Forecast demand using analytics and model tools.
• Establish KPIs and report findings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Virtual collaboration

Change management

Education

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Supply chain modeling software

ERP systems

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Lead Supply Chain Engineer to drive major improvements in logistics and supply chain operations from Stellenbosch as a fully remote role. You will lead cross-functional teams, leverage data analytics, and implement robust solutions to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and improve responsiveness across global networks.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in a related field with 8+ years of experience, expertise in ERP and analytics, and a proven track