Senior Supply Chain Optimization Consultant (Hybrid)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Impactful projects

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant focused on Supply Chain Optimization to serve Upington. You will analyze complex supply chains, identify bottlenecks, and design solutions that improve inventory management, logistics, and procurement.

This strategic role requires 5+ years in supply chain consulting, strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills, and excellent communication with clients. Experience with S&OP and inventory optimization is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in SCM, logistics, or industrial engineering.
• 5+ years in supply chain consulting, operations or logistics management.
• Experience with supply chain strategy and optimization techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and quantitative modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess end-to-end supply chain operations, including logistics, warehousing, and inventory.
• Develop strategies to optimize performance, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Use data analytics and modeling to identify inefficiencies and forecast demand.
• Design improved procurement processes and supplier relationship management.
• Collaborate with clients to integrate new technologies and best practices.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and client communications.

Skills

Supply chain optimization

Data analytics

Quantitative modeling

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM

Master's degree in SCM

Tools

S&OP tools

Inventory optimization software

Forecasting tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Management Consultant focused on Supply Chain Optimization to serve Upington. You will analyze complex supply chains, identify bottlenecks, and design solutions that improve inventory management, logistics, and procurement.

This strategic role requires 5+ years in supply chain consulting, strong analytical and quantitative modeling skills, and excellent communication with clients. Experience with S&OP and inventory optimization is highly desirable.