Industrial Engineer – Warehouse Operations – Jsiewo

Armstrong Appointments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in warehousing and supply chain management is seeking an AI Specialist to spearhead AI adoption in logistics. Responsibilities include designing AI solutions, data analytics, and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in AI/ML, particularly in operational settings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in AI/ML development, preferably in warehousing or logistics.
• Strong programming skills in Python or R.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement AI/ML solutions for warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with IT to integrate AI tools into existing systems.

Skills

Python

R

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's or Master's degree in AI/ML

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

My client, a leading company in warehousing and supply chain management, is seeking a forward-thinking AI Specialist to lead AI adoption in their warehousing and logistics operations.

Main Job Functions & Key Responsibilities:

1. AI Strategy & Implementation: Design and implement AI/ML solutions tailored to warehouse operations such as predictive maintenance, inventory optimization, order picking, and demand forecasting.
   • Identify use cases where AI can drive cost savings, improve efficiency, or enhance decision-making.
2. Data Analytics & Model Development: Collect, clean, and analyze large volumes of operational data from WMS, ERP, IoT devices, and other warehouse systems.
   • Develop machine learning models and algorithms to address operational challenges (e.g., route optimization, resource planning, stock prediction).
   • Ensure data models are scalable, explainable, and integrated into business processes.
3. System Integration & Testing: Collaborate with IT and software teams to integrate AI tools into existing warehouse management systems (WMS) and logistics platforms.
   • Test and validate AI models in real-time warehouse environments and iterate based on performance feedback.
4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Work cross-functionally with Operations, IT, Logistics, and Data teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical requirements.
   • Educate internal teams on AI capabilities and best practices to support adoption and training.
5. Reporting & Continuous Improvement: Monitor AI system performance and refine models to ensure optimal outcomes.
   • Create dashboards, visualizations, and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and model impact.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, AI/ML, or a related field.
• Experience: 3+ years in AI/ML development, preferably within warehousing, logistics, or manufacturing environments.
• Technical Skills: Strong programming skills in Python or R, experience with ML libraries, familiarity with data pipelines, SQL, APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar.
  • Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP software, and IoT integration is a strong advantage.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a practical approach to applying technology in operational settings.
  • Excellent communication skills to translate complex models into business language.

Remuneration:

R45,000 per month. A consultant will contact shortlisted candidates.

Please note, if you are not contacted within 2 weeks, your application was unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for future opportunities.