Senior Supply Chain Optimization Consultant - Hybrid in PE

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary & incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Exposure to diverse projects in Port E

Medical and retirement benefits

Dynamic team environment

Impactful client improvements

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks a Senior Operations Consultant to optimize client supply chains through data-driven analysis and strategic design. You will guide implementations, lead project teams, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency and cost.

The role blends client-facing work with hands-on problem-solving in a hybrid setup, with opportunity for growth within a leading South Africa-based consultancy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM/Operations/IE/Business or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in operations consulting or supply chain management focusing on optimization.
• Proven track record of implementing improvements with measurable results.
• Strong understanding of logistics, procurement, inventory & demand planning.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth assessments of client supply chain processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategic recommendations for supply chain optimization, including inventory management, logistics, and network design.
• Utilize data analytics and modeling techniques to forecast demand, manage stock levels, and reduce operational costs.
• Lead project teams in the execution of operational improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops with client stakeholders to gather requirements and drive consensus on solutions.
• Design and implement performance metrics and dashboards to track operational progress.
• Advise clients on best practices in supply chain management and operational excellence.
• Manage client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and repeat business.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in supply chain management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analytics

Supply chain knowledge

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Supply chain modeling software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, seeks a Senior Operations Consultant to optimize client supply chains through data-driven analysis and strategic design. You will guide implementations, lead project teams, and deliver measurable improvements in efficiency and cost.

The role blends client-facing work with hands-on problem-solving in a hybrid setup, with opportunity for growth within a leading South Africa-based consultancy.