Strategic Supply Chain Optimizer - Hybrid

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & bonus

Professional development

Diverse industries exposure

Medical & retirement

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a results-oriented Supply Chain Optimization Consultant to help clients streamline operations, cut costs, and boost efficiency. You will work with client teams to analyze networks, identify bottlenecks, and implement sustainable improvements.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, end-to-end process optimization, and delivering measurable performance gains, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain consulting, logistics management, or operations analysis.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes and optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to develop practical, actionable recommendations.
• Effective communication and presentation skills for engaging with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Assess client supply chains, including procurement, inventory, logistics, and distribution.
• Develop and implement optimization strategies to reduce lead times and costs.
• Use data analytics to forecast demand, manage inventory, and improve transport efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design best-in-class processes.
• Manage client relationships and project delivery with measurable improvements.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and technologies.

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a results-oriented Supply Chain Optimization Consultant to help clients streamline operations, cut costs, and boost efficiency. You will work with client teams to analyze networks, identify bottlenecks, and implement sustainable improvements.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, end-to-end process optimization, and delivering measurable performance gains, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development.