Remote Supply Chain Optimization Analyst

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote-first environment

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a data-driven Supply Chain Analyst to optimize inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics efficiency for a remote-first organization. The role focuses on analytics, modeling, and cost-saving initiatives across global supply chains.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in a quantitative field, 3+ years of experience, and proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, and R. Remote work enables collaboration with distributed teams worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Supply Chain, Logistics, Analytics, Industrial Engineering).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in supply chain analysis or similar roles.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python, R).
• Experience with supply chain planning software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement in inventory, logistics, and demand forecasting.
• Develop and maintain supply chain models and simulations to evaluate strategy impacts.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing and sales to ensure alignment.
• Monitor KPIs and generate regular reports.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and efficiency gains.
• Support implementation of new supply chain technologies and systems.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis in supply chain practices.
• Contribute to long-term supply chain strategy development.
• Provide analytical support for inventory planning and optimization initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python

R

ERP systems

Demand forecasting

Data analysis

Forecasting models

Remote collaboration

Cost optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related quantitative field

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain planning software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a data-driven Supply Chain Analyst to optimize inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics efficiency for a remote-first organization. The role focuses on analytics, modeling, and cost-saving initiatives across global supply chains.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in a quantitative field, 3+ years of experience, and proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, and R. Remote work enables collaboration with distributed teams worldwide.