Supply Chain Analyst - Fully Remote

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Engaging and challenging analytical工作

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join a prominent international distributor in Mpumalanga. This 100% remote role focuses on collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex data to guide decisions, forecast demand, and reduce costs.

You will develop dashboards, monitor KPIs, and support optimization initiatives across procurement, transportation and warehousing. A quantitative background and 6+ years experience are required for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as SCM, Stats, Math, Econ or IE.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in supply chain analysis or a similar analytics role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools and dashboards (Excel, SQL, Tableau/Power BI).
• Experience with forecasting techniques and statistical modeling.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets across inventory, transport, warehousing, and demand.
• Develop and maintain supply chain dashboards and reports.
• Identify KPIs and track progress toward goals.
• Forecast demand and optimize stock levels to reduce stockouts and excess inventory.
• Analyze transportation costs and identify savings opportunities.
• Evaluate supplier performance and support sourcing strategies.
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
• Support new supply chain initiatives and technologies implementation.
• Present findings to management and stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

SQL

Excel

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Statistics

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SQL

Tableau/Power BI

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent international distributor with a significant presence in the Mpumalanga region, is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst . This role is 100% remote, allowing you to leverage your expertise in data analysis and supply chain optimization from anywhere. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting complex supply chain data to identify trends, forecast demand, improve efficiency, and reduce costs. The ideal candidate possesses strong quantitative skills, a deep understanding of supply chain principles, and proficiency in data analysis tools. This is a pivotal position for driving strategic decisions and enhancing the overall performance of our client's global supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets related to inventory, transportation, warehousing, and demand.
• Develop and maintain supply chain performance dashboards and reports.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards supply chain goals.
• Forecast demand and inventory needs to optimize stock levels and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.
• Analyze transportation costs and identify opportunities for savings and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluate supplier performance and collaborate with procurement teams on sourcing strategies.
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies within the supply chain and recommend solutions.
• Support the development and implementation of new supply chain initiatives and technologies.
• Present findings and recommendations to supply chain management and other stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Industrial Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain analysis or a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience with statistical modeling and forecasting techniques.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles and logistics operations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous paid time off.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Engaging and challenging analytical work.