Supply Chain Optimization Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

Annual bonus opportunity

Professional growth and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Supply Chain Optimization Engineer to design, model, and refine logistics and inventory strategies from anywhere. This role directly impacts efficiency and cost-effectiveness across the value chain.

The successful candidate will hold a Master's degree in a quantitative field, 5+ years of optimization experience, and hands-on use of AnyLogic or Arena with optimization solvers. Strong analytics and remote collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain optimization, logistics engineering, or operations research.
• Experience with supply chain modeling and simulation tools (AnyLogic, Arena) and optimization solvers.
• Strong analytical, data mining, and statistical analysis skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and map current supply chain processes to identify efficiency improvements.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory management, demand forecasting, and network design.
• Utilize optimization software and modeling techniques to improve logistics and warehousing.
• Collaborate virtually with internal teams and external partners to execute initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and report progress to identify further optimization opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or related quantitative field

Tools

AnyLogic

Arena

Optimization solvers

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Supply Chain Optimization Engineer to join their remote team. This role is pivotal in transforming our supply chain operations through data-driven analysis and the implementation of cutting-edge engineering solutions. You will have the autonomy to design, model, and refine logistics and inventory strategies, directly impacting efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This fully remote position is perfect for a strategic thinker with a robust background in supply chain dynamics and a passion for leveraging technology to achieve operational excellence from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and map current supply chain processes , identifying areas for improvement in efficiency, cost, and service levels.
• Develop and implement strategies for inventory management, demand forecasting and network design.
• Utilize optimization software and modeling techniques to improve logistics, warehousing and transportation operations.
• Collaborate virtually with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration and execution of supply chain initiatives.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports to track progress and identify further optimization opportunities.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in supply chain management to propose innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering , Supply Chain Management, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain optimization , logistics engineering, or operations research.
• Proven experience with supply chain modeling and simulation tools (e.g., AnyLogic, Arena) and optimization solvers.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in statistical analysis and data mining.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders in a remote environment .
• Proficiency in project management and a deep understanding of various supply chain functions.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training in supply chain technologies.