Remote Senior Supply Chain Data Analyst (FMCG Optimizer)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Competitive salary package

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join a remote, FMCG-focused team. This analytical role focuses on optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations across the network, with emphasis on inventory management, demand forecasting, and cost savings from a remote location serving Gauteng and beyond.

You will analyze complex datasets, develop data-driven recommendations, build dashboards, and collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and sales to implement

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in supply chain analysis and FMCG-oriented operations.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL and data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Experience with supply chain planning software (SAP APO/Oracle SCM) is desirable.
• Strong inventory, forecasting and logistics knowledge; analytical mindset.
• Excellent communication for remote cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain data to identify inefficiencies and cost savings.
• Develop and maintain models and dashboards to track KPIs and performance.
• Forecast demand, optimize inventory, and improve order fulfillment rates.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing and sales teams.
• Lead process improvements and support strategic supply chain initiatives.
• Prepare reports for senior management with actionable recommendations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in FMCG analytics.
• Evaluate and support implementation of supply chain software and systems.

Skills

Advanced analytics

Supply chain optimization

Data-driven decision making

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science

Master’s degree (strong plus)

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

SAP APO

Oracle SCM

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join a remote, FMCG-focused team. This analytical role focuses on optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations across the network, with emphasis on inventory management, demand forecasting, and cost savings from a remote location serving Gauteng and beyond.

You will analyze complex datasets, develop data-driven recommendations, build dashboards, and collaborate with procurement, logistics, manufacturing, and sales to implement