Remote Senior Logistics Optimization Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement benefits

Flexible remote work arrangement

Access to professional development and

Cutting-edge technology tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Logistics Analyst for a fully remote role. You will develop, implement, and optimize logistics strategies across a global network, using data analytics to forecast demand and improve performance.

Responsibilities include analyzing transportation, warehousing, and inventory data, building dashboards, forecasting budgets, and mentoring junior analysts. Strong SQL, Python/R, and visualization skills required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics or related field.
• Master's degree is advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in logistics analysis or operations research.
• Proficient in data analysis, modeling, and statistical techniques.
• Strong SQL, Excel and data-visualization skills (Tableau/Power BI).
• Experience with Python or R is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex logistics data to identify improvement opportunities across transport, warehousing and inventory management.
• Develop and implement cost-effective logistics strategies and operating plans.
• Create dashboards and reports to track KPIs and present insights to senior management.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline supply chain processes.
• Conduct market research and industry analysis to identify best practices and trends.
• Optimize transportation routes, modes and carrier performance.
• Forecast logistics budgets and ensure cost control and resource allocation.
• Use SQL, Python/R and visualization tools to derive actionable insights.
• Build and maintain relationships with logistics providers and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior analysts within the team.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business Analytics

Master's degree is a plus

Tools

SQL

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Python

R

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Logistics Analyst for a fully remote role. You will develop, implement, and optimize logistics strategies across a global network, using data analytics to forecast demand and improve performance.

Responsibilities include analyzing transportation, warehousing, and inventory data, building dashboards, forecasting budgets, and mentoring junior analysts. Strong SQL, Python/R, and visualization skills required.