Remote Supply Chain Optimization Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Innovative and efficient environment

Global collaborative team

Equipment provided

Flexible hours across time zones

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead critical supply chain optimization projects. The role is fully remote, enabling you to drive improvements from anywhere while planning, executing, and delivering successful outcomes.

You will manage budgets, timelines, and resources, collaborate with global teams, and apply Lean/Six Sigma principles to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels. Strong virtual leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 6 years in supply chain management and project management with a focus on optimization.
• Proven experience in inventory management, transportation, warehousing, or procurement.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, particularly in a virtual environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) and supply chain analytics tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• APICS certification (e.g., CPIM, CSCP) is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of supply chain optimization projects from initiation to closure.
• Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, budgets, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (logistics, procurement, manufacturing, sales) to identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage project resources, including internal teams and external vendors, ensuring effective collaboration in a remote setting.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and achieve desired business outcomes.
• Communicate project status, updates, and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and meetings to drive project objectives.
• Implement and manage change within the supply chain processes.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Virtual environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Project Manager to lead critical supply chain optimization projects. The role is fully remote, enabling you to drive improvements from anywhere while planning, executing, and delivering successful outcomes.

You will manage budgets, timelines, and resources, collaborate with global teams, and apply Lean/Six Sigma principles to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels. Strong virtual leadership is essential.