Senior Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; Gauteng; Ibrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Cutting-edge supply chain tech

Remote team environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join a globally distributed team. This fully remote role lets you work from anywhere in South Africa and focuses on optimizing inventory, logistics, and forecasting.

You will analyze complex data, build models, partner with procurement, logistics, operations and sales, design KPIs, and mentor junior analysts. Requires 5+ years, Advanced Excel, SQL, Python or R, and ERP systems experience. Masters/CSCP a plus.

Competenze

• Minimum 5 years of supply chain analysis or related field.
• Strong data analysis, modeling, and forecasting skills.
• Proficiency with Excel (advanced), SQL, Python or R.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, or similar ERP systems.
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field; Masters/CSCP/CPIM a plus.

Mansioni

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain performance to identify bottlenecks and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain supply chain models and forecasts for demand planning and inventory management.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, operations, and sales to ensure smooth flow of goods and information.
• Design and implement KPIs to track supply chain effectiveness.
• Use data visualization tools to present complex data to stakeholders.
• Identify risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support adoption of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for supply chain initiatives.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and trends.
• Mentor junior analysts and drive continuous improvement.

Conoscenze

Advanced Excel

SQL

Python

R

Forecasting

Data Analysis

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Master's degree or CSCP/CPIM

Strumenti

SAP

Oracle

Kinaxis

ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the retail industry, is seeking a highly analytical and results-driven Senior Supply Chain Analyst to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing our client's supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience. You will be responsible for analyzing complex supply chain data, identifying trends, and developing actionable strategies to improve inventory management, logistics, and forecasting. This role requires a meticulous individual with a strong quantitative background, a deep understanding of supply chain principles, and the ability to collaborate effectively with remote teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain performance, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain supply chain models and forecasts to support demand planning and inventory management.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, operations, and sales teams to ensure seamless flow of goods and information.
• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and measure supply chain effectiveness.
• Utilize data visualization tools to present complex supply chain data and insights in a clear and understandable manner to stakeholders.
• Identify and evaluate potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for various supply chain initiatives and projects.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging trends in supply chain management and logistics.
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within the supply chain function.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, operations, or a related field, preferably within the retail sector.
• Proven experience in data analysis, modeling, and forecasting within complex supply chain environments.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced), SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis) and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and logistics.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CSCP, CPIM) are a plus.
• Must be willing to work within South African time zones, despite the remote nature of the role, to align with team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Engage with cutting-edge supply chain technologies.
• Be a key contributor to a major retail organization's success.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team environment.