Remote Supply Chain Director – FMCG Logistics Leader

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 2,800,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Executive coaching

Global conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Supply Chain Director to oversee a nationwide FMCG network. This leadership role is primarily remote with occasional travel to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, and requires deep end-to-end supply chain expertise to optimize procurement, inventory, and logistics.

You will drive advanced analytics, implement planning tools, and lead a high-performance team while ensuring cost efficiency, service levels, and regulatory compliance across the network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM, Logistics, OR, Business Admin or related field.
• 10+ years in supply chain management with 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Extensive FMCG sector experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic vision for the entire supply chain aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, warehousing, transport and distribution.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

Analytical thinking

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Supply Chain Director to oversee a nationwide FMCG network. This leadership role is primarily remote with occasional travel to Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, and requires deep end-to-end supply chain expertise to optimize procurement, inventory, and logistics.

You will drive advanced analytics, implement planning tools, and lead a high-performance team while ensuring cost efficiency, service levels, and regulatory compliance across the network.