Remote Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Learning & development

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring aStrategy-minded Remote Supply Chain Analyst to evaluate and improve end-to-end supply chain operations from anywhere. You will analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights to drive efficiency, cost reductions, and performance gains.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency with Excel/SQL and BI tools, and a solid understanding of logistics, inventory, and procurement. This position supports a global network and remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis or a related analytical role.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for supply chain operations.
• Create reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement supply chain optimization strategies.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic planning.
• Support the development and execution of demand forecasting and inventory management strategies.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Remote teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Remote Supply Chain Analyst to join their dedicated team. This is a fully remote position where you will be instrumental in evaluating and improving our client's end-to-end supply chain operations. You will analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, proficient with data analysis tools, and possesses a strong understanding of supply chain principles, able to contribute remotely to a global network.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies, risks, and opportunities for improvement.


• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.


• Create reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement supply chain optimization strategies.


• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategic planning.


• Support the development and execution of demand forecasting and inventory management strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis or a related analytical role.


• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and ideally BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.


• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, including logistics, inventory management, and procurement.


• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.


• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and manage projects independently.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Fully remote work flexibility, enhancing work-life balance.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.


• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in supply chain analytics.


• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.