Junior Logistics Engineer- P2

Sandvik; Burgersfort; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Mining is seeking a Junior Logistics Engineer to support the Logistics Engineering function across the C4 Hub, Burgersfort, and Africa’s core network. You will contribute to data analysis, process improvements, and systems support for SAP, WMS, and TMS initiatives.

You will help implement and optimise SAP EWM, design reports and dashboards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance warehouse operations, inventory management, and transport processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain engineering, supply chain management, logistics and/or business administration or similar discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of Supply Chain Management experience. Must have worked in a similar role/capacity for at least 3 years.
• Exposure to warehouse operations, logistics processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between operational sites.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Logistics Engineering activities across the C4 Hub, Burgersfort, and core network regions.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, process improvement opportunities, and performance gaps.
• Develop and maintain operational reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Support SAP system enhancement initiatives and process optimisation activities.
• Assist with the implementation, stabilisation, and optimisation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Support future SAP EWM readiness activities.

Skills

Excel

Data analytics

Power BI

SQL basics

Warehouse operations

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

SAP

Blue Yonder WMS

Blue Yonder TMS

Power BI

SQL databases

Job description

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role

The Junior Logistics Engineer supports the Logistics Engineering function by providing operational, analytical, and systems support across the C4 Hub in Jet Park, the Burgersfort branch, and the broader core network regions within Africa. The role contributes to continuous improvement initiatives, warehouse optimization, logistics systems support, data analysis, and digital transformation projects, while assisting with the implementation and optimization of SAP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Transportation Management Systems (TMS), and future SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) initiatives.

Key Performance Areas

• Support daily Logistics Engineering activities across the C4 Hub, Burgersfort, and core network regions.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends, process improvement opportunities, and performance gaps.
• Develop and maintain operational reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support SAP system enhancement initiatives and process optimisation activities.
• Assist with the implementation, stabilisation, and optimisation of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Support future SAP Extended Warehouse Management (SAP EWM) implementation readiness activities.
• Assist in warehouse process optimisation, layout reviews, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement projects by collecting, analysing, and interpreting operational data.
• Maintain process documentation, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and engineering records.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support warehouse operations, inventory management, freight, and supply chain initiatives.
• Provide project coordination and administrative support for Logistics Engineering projects.
• Assist with system testing, user acceptance testing (UAT), and implementation activities for new supply chain solutions.

Your Profile

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain engineering, supply chain management, logistics and/or business administration or similar discipline
• Minimum 5 years of Supply Chain Management experience. Must have worked in a similar role/ capacity for at least 3 years.
• Exposure to warehouse operations, logistics processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel between operational sites.

Academic Knowledge

• Supply Chain Management principles.
• Warehouse Operations and Distribution Management.
• Inventory Planning and Control.
• Transport and Freight Management.
• Operations Management.
• Process Mapping and Business Process Improvement.
• Lean Manufacturing / Lean Warehousing principles.
• Quality Management Systems.
• Production Planning and Scheduling.
• Data Analytics and Statistical Analysis.
• Engineering Economics and Cost Analysis.
• Project Management fundamentals.
• Business Process Re-engineering.
• Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Project Management qualification or relevant experience.

Technical Exposure

• Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, PivotTables, Power Query preferred).
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• ERP systems (SAP exposure advantageous).
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) (Blue Yonder advantageous).
• Transportation Management Systems (TMS) (Blue Yonder advantageous).
• Business Intelligence tools such as Power BI (advantageous).
• SQL or database fundamentals (advantageous).

Applications close: 26 October 2026

Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer, striving for practices and programs that are bias free and in which employees are treated fairly to ensure fair opportunity with the best outcome for every individual securing no discrimination on grounds including but not limited to, age, gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, language, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.

To ensure an inclusive, equitable and diverse work environment where people can develop and perform well, our focus areas are: great leadership, lifelong learning & development, career opportunities & open job market and safe & fair work environment.