Strategic Supply Chain Planner | Growth & Bonus

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Logistics & Supply Chain Planner to optimize the flow of goods from suppliers to customers across the Mpumalanga network. You will analyze demand, plan procurement and transportation, and manage inventories to improve service levels and reduce costs.

The role requires 3–5 years in logistics planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in logistics planning or related role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills for data interpretation.
• Proficiency with supply chain planning software, ERP, and Excel.
• Solid understanding of inventory, warehousing and transportation principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, IE, or related field.
• Experience with demand forecasting and S&OP is advantageous.
• Familiarity with Nelspruit Mpumalanga logistics landscape is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated logistics and supply chain plans to meet business objectives.
• Analyze demand forecasts and translate them into operational plans for procurement, inventory management, and transportation.
• Optimize inventory levels across locations to minimize carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturers, warehouses, and transportation providers for smooth flow.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce lead times and costs.
• Monitor KPIs and report trends and deviations within the supply chain.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and carriers.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for various supply chain initiatives.
• Collaborate with sales, production and finance to align activities with business needs.
• Address and resolve disruptions within the supply chain proactively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Supply chain planning software

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Logistics & Supply Chain Planner to optimize the flow of goods from suppliers to customers across the Mpumalanga network. You will analyze demand, plan procurement and transportation, and manage inventories to improve service levels and reduce costs.

The role requires 3–5 years in logistics planning, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with ERP systems and Excel.