Remote Project Manager - Supply Chain Modernization Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical coverage

Pension fund contribution

Bonus opportunities

Professional development & training

Fully remote work arrangement

Opportunity to influence supply chain

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead a major supply chain modernization initiative for a leading FMCG company. You will manage the full project lifecycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive the adoption of new logistics technologies from a remote location.

The role requires at least 7 years of project management experience in supply chain, strong virtual leadership, and proficiency with PM software.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience in supply chain, logistics or operations.
• Experience leading large-scale supply chain transformation or technology implementations.
• Proficiency with PM software and SCM systems; strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full project lifecycle for supply chain modernization from planning to handover.
• Define scope, objectives, timelines and resources with stakeholders.
• Lead virtual cross-functional teams of logistics, IT and operations staff.
• Develop and manage project budgets to achieve cost targets.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to disruptions and technology implementations.
• Oversee selection and implementation of new SC technologies (WMS, TMS, automation).
• Ensure integration of new systems across the network and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Remote leadership

Stakeholder management

Virtual collaboration

Project governance

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

WMS/TMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead a major supply chain modernization initiative for a leading FMCG company. You will manage the full project lifecycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive the adoption of new logistics technologies from a remote location.

The role requires at least 7 years of project management experience in supply chain, strong virtual leadership, and proficiency with PM software.