Remote Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420.000 - 660.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Home office stipend

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Retirement plan with company match

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Supply Chain Analyst to join a global team. This fully remote SA-based role focuses on inventory, transportation, and warehousing optimization with data-driven decision support.

You will develop dashboards, model scenarios, and collaborate across procurement, logistics, and operations to drive cost reductions and efficiency gains. A strong quantitative background and experience in a remote environment are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis, operations, or logistics.
• Proficient in Excel (advanced functions, VBA), SQL, and data visualization tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and logistics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working remotely with cross-functional teams is preferred.

Aufgaben

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement areas.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for key metrics.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance costs and availability.
• Evaluate routes and modes for cost savings and efficiency.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations to implement strategies.
• Model scenarios to forecast demand and assess changes.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and vulnerabilities.
• Assist with selection and implementation of SCM technologies and tools.
• Develop recommendations for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and trends.

Kenntnisse

Excel (Advanced) / VBA

SQL

Tableau / Power BI

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

WMS/TMS familiarity

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic international logistics company, is seeking a highly analytical and driven Remote Supply Chain Analyst to join their global team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in analyzing and optimizing various aspects of the supply chain, including inventory management, transportation, and warehousing. Your insights will drive cost reductions, improve efficiency, and enhance overall supply chain performance. This role requires a strong quantitative background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations. You will work with cross-functional teams to implement strategic improvements and monitor their impact. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about data-driven decision-making and thrives in a remote work environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of a global supply chain operation, offering the ultimate flexibility of a remote role, whether you are based in Polokwane, Limpopo or another preferred location.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports for key supply chain metrics.
• Optimize inventory levels to minimize holding costs while ensuring product availability.
• Evaluate transportation routes and modes to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and operations teams to implement supply chain strategies.
• Model various scenarios to forecast demand and assess the impact of changes.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to the selection and implementation of supply chain technologies and tools.
• Develop recommendations for process improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management and analytics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis, operations, or logistics.
• Proven ability to perform complex data analysis using tools such as Excel (advanced functions, VBA), SQL, and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and logistics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in a remote, collaborative team environment.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage tasks independently.
• Familiarity with WMS or TMS systems is a plus.
• Must be based in South Africa for this role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Home office setup stipend and ongoing support.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Work with a global team in a dynamic and innovative environment.