Remote Logistics Analytics & Optimization Lead

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Learning & development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Logistics Operations Analyst to optimize our supply chain. You will collect, analyze, and report on KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with internal teams to implement data-driven improvements.

Remote-friendly role from Richards Bay; requires Excel, SQL, and BI tools, with a focus on cost reduction and performance across the network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience in logistics analysis or supply chain analysis.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Ability to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and report on key logistics KPIs (transit times, costs, carrier performance).
• Develop and maintain dashboards to visualize logistics data and trends for management.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; propose data-driven improvements.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed changes and new initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather data and implement changes.
• Stay updated on industry best practices in logistics and supply chain management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

SQL

Advanced Excel

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Economics, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Logistics Operations Analyst to optimize our supply chain. You will collect, analyze, and report on KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with internal teams to implement data-driven improvements.

Remote-friendly role from Richards Bay; requires Excel, SQL, and BI tools, with a focus on cost reduction and performance across the network.