Remote Supply Chain Optimization Engineer (SA)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Online professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Supply Chain and Logistics Optimization Engineer to enhance a growing e-commerce and logistics operation from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on modeling, forecasting, and optimizing end-to-end supply chain networks with emphasis on cost efficiency and responsiveness.

Responsibilities include virtual collaboration across functions, implementing WMS/TMS solutions, and KPI tracking to drive improvements for regional and international operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering with a focus on supply chain and logistics optimization.
• Strong proficiency in supply chain modeling and simulation software (Llamasoft, AnyLogic, SAP APO).
• Experience with data analysis and programming languages (SQL, Python, R).
• Ability to work independently in a remote team and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and model complex supply chain networks to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Design and implement strategies for optimizing inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and last-mile delivery.
• Develop and utilize advanced forecasting models to improve demand planning and resource allocation.
• Collaborate virtually with operations, IT, sales and external partners (carriers, suppliers, fulfillment centers).
• Implement and manage supply chain technologies, including WMS and TMS, in a remote capacity.
• Establish, track, and report on KPIs related to supply chain efficiency and cost.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for proposed supply chain initiatives.
• Stay abreast of emerging supply chain technologies and best practices and recommend adoption.
• Develop process documentation and provide virtual training on optimized supply chain procedures.
• Ensure adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements in all operations.

Skills

Quantitative reasoning

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering/SCM/OR

Tools

Llamasoft

AnyLogic

SAP APO

SQL

Python

R

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Supply Chain and Logistics Optimization Engineer to enhance a growing e-commerce and logistics operation from anywhere in South Africa. The role focuses on modeling, forecasting, and optimizing end-to-end supply chain networks with emphasis on cost efficiency and responsiveness.

Responsibilities include virtual collaboration across functions, implementing WMS/TMS solutions, and KPI tracking to drive improvements for regional and international operations.