The Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing logistics solutions, managing internal & external stakeholder expectations throughout the solution design and implementation phases.
The role supports company objectives, driving value-adding and robust solutions, with a focus on:Identifying and analysing value-adding solutions for customersSupporting company objectives of change management across multiple streamsScoping, analysing, and implementing strategic business objectives and projectsSupporting Lean Six Sigma goals by identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiativesCollaborating with operations teams and senior management for successful project implementationOptimizing warehouse and transport planningBasic Minimum Requirements:These criteria are considered non-negotiable.Tertiary Qualification(s): B-Eng/BSc Degree in Industrial EngineeringComputer Literacy Level:MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook: AdvancedAdditional Computer Skills (beneficial):Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft Visio, SharePoint, Power Apps, ERP Systems, TMS (Transport Management Systems), PYTHONOther Minimum Requirements:Minimum 5 years of relevant logistics & supply chain management experience or related industry experienceSupply Chain Optimization, Planning & DesignBusiness Analysis Skills & ExperienceLean Six Sigma direct experience (5 years)Development of BRS & SRSExcellent written & verbal communication skillsStrong interpersonal skills & the ability to work in a collaborative, team-based environmentAbility to multi-task & employ effective problem-solving skillsDetail-oriented & analyticalAbility to work under pressureChange Management skills & experienceUnendorsed license & own transportAbility to travel around Gauteng, South AfricaJOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTSMandatory skills, competencies, or experience:Industrial Engineering experience: >5 years in logistics or related industryLean Six Sigma: >5 years in logistics (beneficial)Leadership in business or operations: >3 years with staff performance managementERP/WMS Systems Skills: >2 years operational (development advantageous)TMS Systems: >3 years (advantageous)Supply Chain Optimization: >5 years in warehouse or route planning (beneficial)Business Analysis: >5 years essentialChange Management: >3 years essentialAdded Advantages:General business acumenSupply Chain & Network Optimization and PlanningApplied negotiation skillsBRS and SRS development skillsTOC (Theory of Constraints)Project ManagementSupply Chain Management accreditation (e.g., CSCP, SCOR-P)Duties & ResponsibilitiesEngineered Solutions: Identify and develop value-adding solutions for clientsOperations Support: Collaborate with Operations & Management to identify continuous improvement opportunitiesAnalysis and Recommendations:Data comparison and analysisProcess optimizationFacilities and warehousing best practicesBusiness Cases/Feasibility Studies: Develop ROI-driven cases for productivity improvementsContinuous Improvement Management: Manage and report on cost-saving and Sigma initiativesChange Management: Lead the business through the S-Curve, ensuring smooth transitionsBusiness Analysis: Define business requirements and translate them into IT-specific communicationsSIGMA: Identify and implement Lean Six Sigma initiativesGroup Facilitation: Lead and influence diverse teams during planning or problem-solving activitiesTravel: Local travel required to support business objectivesAdditional Job InformationMust work well under pressureOrganized, deadline-driven, and detail-orientedAdaptable to changeCulturally sensitive and capable of working with diverse groupsStrong leadership skillsONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WITH A BSc OR B.Eng WILL BE CONTACTED.
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