Strategic Logistics Project Lead — Drive Efficiency & Savings
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Logistics to drive the optimization of our client's supply chain in Kimberley, South Africa. You will lead complex logistics projects, coordinate with internal teams and external partners to improve warehousing, transportation, and inventory management, and deliver measurable cost savings.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in logistics or related field, 7+ years in project management with emphasis on logistics, and a proven ability to
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years in project management with a focus on logistics and supply chain operations.
- Proven track record delivering logistics projects such as warehouse or transportation network optimizations.
- Knowledge of supply chain principles, transportation modes, and inventory control.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Responsibilities
- Lead logistics and supply chain projects from planning to completion.
- Analyze current logistics processes to identify opportunities and savings.
- Develop project plans with scope, budgets, timelines, resources.
- Manage project risks and mitigate issues.
- Oversee vendor performance and 3PL relationships.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Logistics to drive the optimization of our client's supply chain in Kimberley, South Africa. You will lead complex logistics projects, coordinate with internal teams and external partners to improve warehousing, transportation, and inventory management, and deliver measurable cost savings.
The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in logistics or related field, 7+ years in project management with emphasis on logistics, and a proven ability to
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