Supply Chain Analyst

Objective Personnel; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Objective Personnel seeks a hands-on Supply Chain Analyst to support a high-volume production environment. A Bachelor’s degree and experience in manufacturing or distribution with strong data analysis and ERP proficiency are required.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement, production planning, inventory and logistics, and contribute to continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma principles where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Proven experience as a supply chain analyst in manufacturing or distribution environments.
• Strong understanding of SCM concepts including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics.
• Experience with SCM analysis tools, statistical software, and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-driven recommendations to optimize procurement, production planning, inventory, and logistics.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends and opportunities for efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to implement improvements.
• Support Lean Six Sigma initiatives and process optimization.

Skills

Supply chain knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

ERP systems

Statistical software

Data-driven recommendations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Logistics

Tools

ERP systems

Statistical software

Job description

Reference: BOK004162-CMB-1

Rapidly growing Manufacturing company seeks hands-on Supply Chain Analyst to work in a high volume production environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Proven experience as a supply chain analyst or similar role within a manufacturing or distribution environment, preferably in the mining or construction industries.
• Solid understanding of Supply Chain concepts, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics.
• Proficiency in Supply Chain analysis tools, statistical software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and process improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.