Supply Chain Project Manager

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 1,499,000 - 2,166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Flexible remote work

Professional development

Collaborative remote environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within logistics and operations in a fully remote role. You will drive cross‑functional improvements across planning, procurement, manufacturing and distribution to optimize processes and deliver cost savings.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 7+ years of experience in supply chain or project management, and a track record of managing complex projects from planning to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in supply chain or related project management roles.
• Proven experience in managing complex supply chain or logistics projects.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and transportation logistics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain projects, including process improvements, system implementations, and network optimization.
• Develop detailed project plans, define project scope, and establish project timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and distribution teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and successes to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Supply chain management

Data analysis

Leadership

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic Supply Chain Project Manager to lead critical initiatives within their logistics and operations functions. This is a fully remote position, ideal for a candidate who excels at managing complex projects from planning to execution across distributed teams. You will be instrumental in optimizing supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving cost savings. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of supply chain operations, excellent analytical capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners to achieve strategic supply chain goals in a remote-first setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain projects, including process improvements, system implementations, and network optimization.
• Develop detailed project plans, define project scope, and establish project timelines and budgets.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and distribution teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and operational efficiency.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and cost reduction opportunities.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and successes to stakeholders and senior leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain management or related project management roles.
• Proven experience in managing complex supply chain or logistics projects.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management, and transportation logistics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and project management tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote work opportunities.
• Opportunities for professional development and supply chain certifications.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking remote work environment.