Remote Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will analyze data across logistics, inventory, transportation, and warehousing to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities for a diverse client base from anywhere in Cape Town or beyond.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least three years of experience, with strong Excel, SQL, and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field.
• Minimum 3 years in supply chain analysis, logistics, or operations.
• Proficiency with Excel, SQL and BI tools.
• Strong communication and data presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify bottlenecks and cost-saving opportunities across supply chain areas.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports on KPIs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for initiatives and projects.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in logistics tech.
• Support development of new supply chain strategies and policies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, Economics, or related quantitative field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join their fully remote team. In this role, you will be instrumental in evaluating and optimizing various aspects of the logistics and supply chain operations for their diverse client base. You will leverage data to identify trends, pinpoint inefficiencies, and propose actionable recommendations to enhance performance and reduce costs across the supply chain. This position offers the flexibility of remote work while contributing significantly to the strategic direction of logistics operations, working from anywhere in Cape Town or beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify bottlenecks, risks, and opportunities for improvement in areas such as inventory management, transportation, and warehousing.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including logistics, procurement, and operations, to implement data-driven solutions.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed supply chain initiatives and projects.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in supply chain management and logistics technology.
• Support the development and implementation of new supply chain strategies and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, or operations.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and ideally a BI tool like Tableau or Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting findings to management.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and remote work stipend.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in supply chain management.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment.