Remote Senior Consultant: Supply Chain Optimization

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Fully remote

Health benefits

Professional development

Global exposure

Generous PTO

Tech tools access

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Consultant in Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization. This fully remote role collaborates with a global team and clients to drive improvements across procurement, operations, and delivery using advanced analytics and strategic frameworks.

You will lead end-to-end assessments, design strategic initiatives, optimize networks, and mentor junior consultants while staying ahead of the latest trends in supply chain management and data-driven decision

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain management consulting or a similar role.
• Deep expertise in supply chain strategy, operations, logistics, and network design.
• Proven experience with supply chain planning and execution systems (SAP/Oracle/JDA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative modeling skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities; able to influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end supply chain assessments across procurement, logistics, and distribution.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize supply chain networks and reduce costs.
• Design and manage logistics operations including transportation and warehousing.
• Utilize data analytics and modeling to forecast demand and optimize inventory.
• Lead client engagements, manage project teams, and communicate findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Quantitative modeling

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / MBA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JDA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Consultant in Supply Chain & Logistics Optimization. This fully remote role collaborates with a global team and clients to drive improvements across procurement, operations, and delivery using advanced analytics and strategic frameworks.

You will lead end-to-end assessments, design strategic initiatives, optimize networks, and mentor junior consultants while staying ahead of the latest trends in supply chain management and data-driven decision