Supply Chain Analyst

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Learning & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join a fully remote team. You will analyze data, forecast demand, and optimize inventory, transportation, and supplier relationships to boost global supply chain performance.

You will identify inefficiencies, develop data-driven strategies, and monitor KPIs to drive operational excellence from a remote location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Proven experience as a Supply Chain Analyst or similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical/quantitative skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, Tableau.
• Familiarity with supply chain planning software.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic mindset for continuous improvement.
• Effective communication skills for presenting findings remotely.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement in logistics operations.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and inventory models to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Evaluate supplier performance and provide recommendations for enhancements.
• Design and implement KPIs to monitor and report on supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement supply chain initiatives and projects.
• Research and recommend new technologies or methodologies to improve supply chain visibility.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

SC planning software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join their fully remote team. This role is crucial for identifying inefficiencies and developing data-driven strategies to enhance our client's global supply chain performance. You will be instrumental in analyzing complex data sets, forecasting demand, and recommending improvements to inventory management, transportation, and supplier relationships. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual who thrives on data interpretation and process optimization, contributing directly to operational excellence from a remote location.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement in logistics operations.
• Develop and maintain demand forecasts and inventory models to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Evaluate supplier performance and provide recommendations for enhancements.
• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor and report on supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement supply chain initiatives and projects.
• Research and recommend new technologies or methodologies to improve supply chain visibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Supply Chain Analyst or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Tableau).
• Familiarity with supply chain planning software and systems.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset for continuous process improvement.
• Effective communication skills for presenting findings and recommendations remotely.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
• A supportive and innovative virtual work culture.