Remote Logistics Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental and vision insurance

Home office stipend and tech support

Flexible working hours

Remote training programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Logistics Analyst to join a data-driven team. You will analyze logistics data across transportation, warehousing, and inventory to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings and service improvements.

In this fully remote role, you will develop reports and dashboards, collaborate with stakeholders, and present actionable insights from anywhere. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Logistics Analyst or in a similar data analysis role.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with business intelligence (BI) tools and data visualization software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings remotely.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to transportation, warehousing, and inventory.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize key logistics performance indicators (KPIs) and trends.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within the supply chain and propose solutions.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed logistics improvements and new initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations teams and management to implement recommended changes.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in logistics and supply chain management.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Analytics / Statistics

Tools

Excel

SQL

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and data-driven Remote Logistics Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this fully remote position, you will analyze logistics data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings and service improvements across their supply chain operations. You will collaborate with various stakeholders to develop actionable insights and recommendations, contributing significantly to the optimization of their logistical strategies from anywhere. This role requires strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to transportation, warehousing, and inventory.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize key logistics performance indicators (KPIs) and trends.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within the supply chain and propose solutions.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed logistics improvements and new initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations teams and management to implement recommended changes.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in logistics and supply chain management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Logistics Analyst or in a similar data analysis role.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with business intelligence (BI) tools and data visualization software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote position.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Home office stipend and tech support.
• Flexible working hours and significant autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional growth and remote training programs.