Strategic Remote Global Supply Chain Leader

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health and wellness benefits

Home office setup allowance

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead global operations remotely from your home office. You will optimize end-to-end supply chain activities including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution, coordinate with a distributed team, and drive cost-efficiency and risk mitigation in a complex international environment.

The role suits a senior professional with strong leadership and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in global logistics, procurement, and inventory optimization.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust supply chain strategies to support business goals.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Negotiate with suppliers and service providers for favorable terms.
• Analyze data to identify inefficiencies and implement cost-saving measures.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure business continuity.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team.

Skills

Strategic planning

Global logistics

Vendor management

Data analytics

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

WMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead global operations remotely from your home office. You will optimize end-to-end supply chain activities including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution, coordinate with a distributed team, and drive cost-efficiency and risk mitigation in a complex international environment.

The role suits a senior professional with strong leadership and data-driven decision making.