Senior Management Consultant - Remote Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary and bonus potential

Comprehensive health/dental/vision

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Remote work anywhere in SA

Learning and development opportunities

Networking with leading consultants

Job summary

Placements24, a globally respected management consultancy, seeks a Senior Management Consultant to lead Supply Chain Optimization projects. This is a fully remote role within South Africa, enabling you to work from anywhere in the country while guiding client engagements and delivering high-impact solutions.

You will drive end-to-end improvements in planning, sourcing, manufacturing and logistics, develop business cases, mentor virtual teams, and stay ahead of trends like AI, blockchain and IoT

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field as listed.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management or consulting.
• Proven track record in remote or distributed environments.
• Strong planning, analytics, and technology expertise.
• Excellent virtual communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage projects independently and lead remote teams.
• Proficiency in planning software and analytical tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Develop and implement cost reduction, network optimization, and inventory strategies.
• Improve resilience, sustainability, and agility in supply chains.
• Lead virtual teams in designing and implementing solutions.
• Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Facilitate remote workshops to define requirements and secure buy-in.
• Develop business cases and financial models for investments.
• Advise on procurement strategies and global sourcing.
• Stay current with AI, blockchain, and IoT trends.

Skills

Supply chain management

Logistics

Procurement

Inventory optimization

Data analytics

Virtual communication

Project leadership

Remote workshop facilitation

Stakeholder management

Financial modeling

Education

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

Tools

Supply chain planning software

Advanced analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally respected management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to lead Supply Chain Optimization projects. This is a fully Remote position, allowing you to operate from any location within South Africa. You will be responsible for helping clients enhance their supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, improve resilience, and drive strategic advantage. The role requires deep expertise in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, and inventory optimization. You will work with a diverse client base, analyzing complex supply chain networks and implementing innovative solutions. This role demands a self-starter with exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of delivering high-impact results in a virtual setting. You will leverage advanced analytics and best practices to transform client supply chains.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of end-to-end supply chain operations, including planning, sourcing, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Develop and implement strategies for cost reduction, network optimization, and inventory management.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain resilience, sustainability, and agility.
• Lead virtual teams in designing and implementing supply chain solutions, utilizing best-in-class technologies.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate remote workshops with clients to define requirements and gain buy-in for proposed changes.
• Develop robust business cases and financial models to justify supply chain investments.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies, supplier relationship management, and global sourcing.
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in supply chain management, such as AI, blockchain, and IoT.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, logistics, or supply chain consulting.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex supply chain optimization projects, preferably in a remote or distributed environment.
• Deep expertise in supply chain planning, execution, analytics, and technology.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional virtual communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently and lead remote teams effectively.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software and advanced analytical tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client relationship building skills.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in South Africa on impactful projects.
• Access to continuous learning, professional development, and networking.
• Join a leading consultancy with a strong commitment to remote work and innovation.