Senior Project Manager - Supply Chain

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead strategic supply chain initiatives in a hybrid role combining remote work with on-site presence.

You will drive logistics optimization, inventory management, and supplier relationships while managing cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements and cost reductions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in project management with focus on supply chain or logistics.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven track record of managing complex supply chain projects and driving operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for supply chain optimization initiatives, including scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycles from initial assessment through to implementation and post-project review.
• Coordinate with internal departments (procurement, logistics, warehousing) and external partners to meet project goals.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain, developing contingency plans for business continuity.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to measure the success of supply chain projects.
• Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, enabling effective communication and collaboration.

Skills

Project management

Supply chain logistics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead strategic initiatives within their Supply Chain operations in East London . This hybrid role will involve managing complex projects focused on optimizing logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationships, balancing remote work with essential on-site presence. You will be responsible for driving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing the overall performance of the supply chain network. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in supply chain management and project execution, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver tangible improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans for supply chain optimization initiatives, including scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Manage end-to-end project lifecycles, from initial assessment and planning through to implementation and post-project review.
• Coordinate with internal departments (procurement, logistics, warehousing) and external partners to ensure project goals are met.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain, developing contingency plans to ensure business continuity.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of supply chain projects.
• Foster strong working relationships with stakeholders at all levels, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project management , with a significant focus on supply chain or logistics.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex supply chain projects and driving operational improvements.
• Strong understanding of logistics management , inventory control, procurement processes, and warehousing operations.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment , effectively managing projects both remotely and on-site in East London .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects within a critical business function.
• Access to advanced supply chain technologies and professional development resources.
• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.