Junior Logistics Engineer- P2

6487 Sandvik Construc & Exploration; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandvik Mining seeks a Junior Logistics Engineer to support the Logistics Engineering function across multiple sites in Africa. You will contribute to continuous improvement, warehouse optimization, and SAP/WMS/TMS initiatives while assisting with data analysis, dashboards, and SOP documentation.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, ERP exposure, and hands-on support for warehouse operations and freight management within a dynamic, regional network.

Qualifications

• Degree in supply chain/related field with strong logistics grounding.
• University-level understanding of warehouse and distribution management.
• Experience with ERP/WMS/TMS systems and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Support daily Logistics Engineering activities across hubs and regions.
• Analyse operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs for logistics performance.
• Assist SAP, WMS, and TMS enhancement initiatives.
• Support implementation and optimisation of WMS/TMS processes.
• Prepare process documentation and SOPs for logistics activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on warehouse ops and inventory.
• Assist with system testing and UAT for new supply chain solutions.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Data analysis

Office suite

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Engineering/Management

Tools

SAP

WMS (Blue Yonder)

TMS (Blue Yonder)

Power BI

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

The successful candidate should have a sound understanding of the following areas:

• 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.

  Technical Exposure

  Candidates should have gained academic or practical exposure to:

  • 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).