Remote: Supply Chain Optimization Project Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development

Fully remote work (Nelspruit)

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Project Manager – Supply Chain Optimization to join our operations team in Nelspruit. You will lead cross‑functional projects to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience across the supply chain.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in project management with a solid SCM background, strong analytical skills, and experience with supply chain software. This position offers a fully remote arrangement with flexibility for our team in Nelspruit.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience, with a focus on supply chain or logistics projects.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management principles, including inventory, warehousing and transport.
• Experience with supply chain software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; works well in cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of projects to optimize supply chain processes, including inventory, logistics and warehousing.
• Analyze current operations to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop project plans with scope, timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to implement new solutions and technologies.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of project objectives.
• Measure and report on impact of changes on key performance indicators.

Skills

Project management

Supply chain principles

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Supply chain software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Project Manager – Supply Chain Optimization to join our operations team in Nelspruit. You will lead cross‑functional projects to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience across the supply chain.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in project management with a solid SCM background, strong analytical skills, and experience with supply chain software. This position offers a fully remote arrangement with flexibility for our team in Nelspruit.