Supply Chain Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a data-driven Supply Chain Analyst to optimize our client's logistics and operational frameworks. This remote role, based anywhere in South Africa, focuses on turning complex data into actionable insights to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

You will develop dashboards, analyze KPIs, and collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales to align strategies with business objectives. A strong analytical toolkit and experience with Excel, SQL and Power BI are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or related analytical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Supply Chain Analyst role or similar analytical function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, and Power BI.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple remote projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track KPIs across the supply chain.
• Provide recommendations for inventory management, demand forecasting, and network optimization.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Skills

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Statistics

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Tools

Simulation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a data-driven and analytical professional to fill the role of Supply Chain Analyst , working remotely from anywhere in South Africa . This position is integral to optimizing the company's supply chain performance by analyzing complex data sets, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights. You will collaborate closely with various departments to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance overall supply chain strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled analyst to contribute remotely to critical business decisions and drive significant improvements across the organization's logistics and operational frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) across the supply chain.
• Provide recommendations for inventory management, demand forecasting, and network optimization.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Economics, or a related analytical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Supply Chain Analyst role or similar analytical function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI).
• Experience with supply chain modeling and simulation tools is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including relevant certifications and training.