Remote Senior Logistics Data Strategist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Logistics Data Analyst to drive data-driven insights across logistics, warehousing, and transportation operations. The role is fully remote within South Africa, enabling you to influence global logistics strategies from anywhere in the country.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of data analysis experience in logistics, strong skills in SQL, Python or R, and expertise with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Logistics, SCM, statistics, math, CS, or related field.
• 7+ years of data analysis experience in logistics or supply chain.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python or R, and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Analyze large, complex datasets on logistics, warehousing, and transport.
• Develop and maintain analytical models to forecast demand and optimize resources.
• Design reports and dashboards to visualize KPIs for logistics ops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate data needs into insights.
• Mentor junior analysts and enhance the data analytics function.
• Ensure data quality and troubleshoot issues across datasets.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Logistics or related field

PhD in a quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Logistics Data Analyst to drive data-driven insights across logistics, warehousing, and transportation operations. The role is fully remote within South Africa, enabling you to influence global logistics strategies from anywhere in the country.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of data analysis experience in logistics, strong skills in SQL, Python or R, and expertise with BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.