Remote Senior Supply Chain Leader: Global Optimization

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Remote-first environment

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead remote global supply chain operations, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and risk management. You will direct procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation while mentoring a distributed team.

The role requires 8+ years in supply chain with a strategic mindset, strong negotiation skills, and deep knowledge of WMS/TMS systems. Flexible, remote-work culture and global collaboration are highlights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree a plus.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with focus on logistics and warehousing.
• Proven experience developing and executing successful supply chain strategies.
• Strong understanding of inventory management systems, WMS, and TMS software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication abilities with global suppliers/partners.
• Leadership skills to manage and motivate remote teams.
• Proficiency in supply chain analytics tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain including procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks with contingency planning.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, carriers, and logistics partners for favorable terms.
• Analyze data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and implement data-driven solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards in logistics and warehousing.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of supply chain professionals.

Connaissances

Leadership

Negotiation

Remote team management

Data analysis

Strategic thinking

Analytical mindset

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree

Outils

WMS

TMS

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Description du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead remote global supply chain operations, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and risk management. You will direct procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation while mentoring a distributed team.

The role requires 8+ years in supply chain with a strategic mindset, strong negotiation skills, and deep knowledge of WMS/TMS systems. Flexible, remote-work culture and global collaboration are highlights.