Head of Engineering

PEP; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in South Africa is seeking an experienced Manager to strategically drive the long-term evolution of their Supply Chain. The ideal candidate will provide leadership, manage projects, and enhance Supply Chain processes. Qualifications include a tertiary qualification in Industrial Engineering and over 15 years of experience in Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Supply Chain experience.
• 5-8 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in DC infrastructure design.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term Supply Chain strategy.
• Manage Supply Chain projects CAPEX budget.
• Lead and manage a team of Industrial Engineers.

Skills

Supply Chain process integration

Leadership

Project Management

People management

Retail knowledge

Education

Tertiary Qualification (i.e. Industrial Engineering)

Job description

The purpose of the Manager is to strategically drive the long-term evolution and efficiency of Pep's Supply Chain.

The ideal candidate will provide strategic leadership, coordination, and support to drive best-in-class engineering practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement. They will possess the operational discipline and strategic vision necessary to enhance performance throughout the value chain.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop Long-term Supply Chain strategy
• Develop and maintain the long-term (i.e. 10 year ) Supply Chain capacity plan
• Ensure Supply Chain strategy aligns to Pep business strategy
• Executes the business’ long term strategy through project delivery
• Identifies and scopes projects to support business strategy
• Identifies and prioritises projects
• Management of Supply Chain projects CAPEX budget
• Continuous improvement of Supply Chain Processes
• Management of Supply Chain IT systems
• Relationship Management
• Leading and managing a team of Industrial Engineer

JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS

• Tertiary Qualification (i.e. Industrial Engineering
• 15+ Years Supply Chain experience
• 5 - 8 Years experience in a leadership role
• Experience in Supply Chain process integration and design
• Experience in DC infrastructure design
• Knowledge of Shipping; Transport and DC operations
• Strong people management experience
• Retail knowledge and experience
• Project Management of large scale projects
• Competencies: Directing, Results Oriented, Drive, Initiative, Cooperation, Team Building, Helicopter View, Strategic Insights, and Integrity