Senior Supply Chain Optimization Consultant - Strategy & Impact

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement planning

Paid time off

Professional development

Diverse industries exposure

Collaborative team in Nelspruit

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit-based consultancy seeks a skilled Management Consultant specializing in Supply Chain Optimization. You will analyze end-to-end operations, design strategies, and work on-site with client teams to deliver cost reductions and performance gains.

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or senior operational roles. Excellent communication and on-site collaboration in Nelspruit are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in SCM or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or senior ops role.
• Proven expertise in supply chain strategy, logistics, procurement, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to model complex scenarios.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with on-site work in Nelspruit.
• Familiarity with supply chain software and tools advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain operations to identify inefficiencies and cost savings.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory, logistics, procurement, and network design.
• Use data analytics and modeling to forecast demand and optimize resources.
• Collaborate with client operations to implement recommended solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations.
• Assess and improve technology systems supporting supply chain functions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Client-facing

On-site collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management

Master's degree in Operations Research

Tools

Supply chain software

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit-based consultancy seeks a skilled Management Consultant specializing in Supply Chain Optimization. You will analyze end-to-end operations, design strategies, and work on-site with client teams to deliver cost reductions and performance gains.

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in supply chain consulting or senior operational roles. Excellent communication and on-site collaboration in Nelspruit are essential.