Remote Logistics Network Architect

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement provisions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Logistics Network Design Specialist to design, model, and optimize our logistics and distribution network from a fully remote setup. You will work on facility locations, capacities, and transportation flows to reduce costs and improve service levels.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in a quantitative field and 6+ years in network design, with expertise in software like Llamasoft, AnyLogic, Gurobi, or CPLEX.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in logistics network design, supply chain planning, or related analytical role.
• Extensive experience with network design software (e.g., Llamasoft/Coupa, AnyLogic, Gurobi, CPLEX).
• Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills; ability to translate data into insights.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and forecasting methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, model, and analyze optimal logistics network configurations, including locations, capacities, and transportation flows.
• Utilize advanced network design software and analytical tools to evaluate network scenarios and financial/operational impacts.
• Develop business cases and present recommendations for network changes to senior management.
• Collaborate with internal teams (operations, finance, IT) and external partners to validate model assumptions.
• Assess impact of market changes, new opportunities, and disruptions on the network.
• Develop strategies for network consolidation, expansion, and optimization.
• Ensure network designs align with cost reduction, service, and sustainability goals.
• Maintain and update network models reflecting current operations and future plans.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and competitive network strategies.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning for the company's supply chain footprint.

Skills

Analytical skills

Network modeling

Supply chain principles

Independent remote work

Education

Master's degree in Logistics / SCM / OR / IE

Tools

Llamasoft/Coupa

AnyLogic

Gurobi

CPLEX

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Logistics Network Design Specialist to design, model, and optimize our logistics and distribution network from a fully remote setup. You will work on facility locations, capacities, and transportation flows to reduce costs and improve service levels.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in a quantitative field and 6+ years in network design, with expertise in software like Llamasoft, AnyLogic, Gurobi, or CPLEX.