Senior Project Manager, Supply Chain & Logistics - Hybrid

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Health, dental and vision insurance

Professional development

Generous vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Senior Project Manager to lead critical supply chain and logistics initiatives in Port Elizabeth. You will drive optimization, implement new systems, and guide cross-functional teams to improve delivery and efficiency.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years in project management within logistics, with excellent leadership and data-driven decision making. A hybrid work arrangement and exposure to evolving logistics technologies are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management with a focus on supply chain and logistics projects.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects in logistics or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, transportation, and warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of projects to enhance supply chain efficiency and logistics operations.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation for SCM initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve delivery times.
• Implement and oversee new logistics technologies and systems, ensuring integration and adoption.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular updates on progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify improvement areas and develop data-driven project strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/Logistics/Business Admin

Tools

Project management software

SCM tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Senior Project Manager to lead critical supply chain and logistics initiatives in Port Elizabeth. You will drive optimization, implement new systems, and guide cross-functional teams to improve delivery and efficiency.

The role requires a minimum of 8 years in project management within logistics, with excellent leadership and data-driven decision making. A hybrid work arrangement and exposure to evolving logistics technologies are offered.