Supply Chain Manager

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health and wellness benefits

Home office setup allowance

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead global operations remotely from your home office. You will optimize end-to-end supply chain activities including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution, coordinate with a distributed team, and drive cost-efficiency and risk mitigation in a complex international environment.

The role suits a senior professional with strong leadership and data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 7+ years progressive experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in global logistics, procurement, and inventory optimization.
• Strong analytical and data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust supply chain strategies to support business goals.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Negotiate with suppliers and service providers for favorable terms.
• Analyze data to identify inefficiencies and implement cost-saving measures.
• Mitigate supply chain risks and ensure business continuity.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team.

Skills

Strategic planning

Global logistics

Vendor management

Data analytics

Remote leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

WMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead their global supply chain operations remotely. This role is instrumental in optimizing the end-to-end supply chain, from procurement and logistics to inventory management and distribution, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness. You will work with a distributed team to streamline processes, mitigate risks, and enhance our client's competitive edge. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional to drive significant improvements in a complex, global environment from the convenience of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust supply chain strategies to support business goals.
• Oversee all aspects of procurement, logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Negotiate with suppliers and service providers to secure favorable terms and pricing.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify inefficiencies and implement cost-saving measures.
• Manage and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity.
• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed supply chain team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management.
• Demonstrated expertise in global logistics , procurement, and inventory optimization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage a remote team and complex international operations.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and continuous learning.
• Key role in shaping the future of our client's global logistics network.