Remote Senior Supply Chain Optimization Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Remote work

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive major supply chain optimization initiatives. The role involves analyzing processes, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing WMS/TMS/ERP technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Remote/hybrid work is available, with occasional travel to operational sites as needed. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in supply chain management, 5+ years in project management, and a proven track record of large-scale transformations.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in supply chain management with at least 5 years in optimization-focused project roles.
• Proven track record in large-scale supply chain transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of supply chain optimization projects.
• Analyze current processes to identify efficiency, cost, and service improvements.
• Develop detailed project plans with scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Manage cross-functional teams including logistics, warehousing, procurement, and IT.
• Oversee implementation of WMS, TMS, ERP solutions and automation.
• Ensure projects meet time, budget, and benefit targets.
• Communicate progress to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Identify risks and mitigation strategies; manage change when adopting new systems.

Skills

Supply chain management

Project management

Stakeholder management

WMS/TMS systems

ERP systems

Remote/hybrid collaboration

Education

Master's degree in SCM/Logistics/Business Admin

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive major supply chain optimization initiatives. The role involves analyzing processes, leading cross-functional teams, and implementing WMS/TMS/ERP technologies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Remote/hybrid work is available, with occasional travel to operational sites as needed. The ideal candidate has 8+ years in supply chain management, 5+ years in project management, and a proven track record of large-scale transformations.