Senior Industrial Engineer - Supply Chain

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Medical and pension benefits

Professional development opportunities

Growth and advancement potential

Impactful role in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a seasoned Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in supply chain optimization to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience across end-to-end operations. You will analyze logistics, warehousing, and distribution networks to implement significant improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Industrial Engineering or related field, at least 6 years in supply chain engineering, and strong leadership with excellent communication to drive

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years experience in supply chain engineering or logistics optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management, logistics, and warehousing best practices.
• Proficiency in supply chain modeling software, WMS, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize all aspects of the supply chain, including logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Design and implement efficient warehouse layouts and material flow strategies.
• Develop and deploy Lean Six Sigma projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test and validate proposed improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless operations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for supply chain performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Supply chain modeling

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or related field

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in Supply Chain optimization to join their team in Kimberley. This role is critical for enhancing the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and resilience of the company's end-to-end supply chain operations. You will analyze complex logistics, warehouse operations, and distribution networks to identify and implement significant improvements. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in supply chain engineering principles and a passion for driving operational excellence within the strategic industrial landscape of the Northern Cape, contributing to robust and agile supply chain solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize all aspects of the supply chain, including logistics, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Design and implement efficient warehouse layouts and material flow strategies.
• Develop and deploy Lean Six Sigma projects to reduce waste and improve efficiency within the supply chain.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test and validate proposed supply chain improvements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain performance.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience specifically within supply chain engineering or logistics optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles, logistics, and warehousing best practices.
• Proficiency in supply chain modeling software, WMS, and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, pension, and other employee benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a growing company.
• A challenging role with significant impact in Kimberley.
• A supportive team environment focused on innovation in supply chain management.