Logistics Process Engineer

Top Vitae Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics consulting firm in Gqeberha seeks a Logistics Engineer to analyze and improve logistics processes, supporting new client implementations. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant experience, holds a degree in a related field, and is proficient in SQL, Python, and advanced Excel. Lean Six Sigma certification is preferred. The role offers opportunities to drive efficiency and enhance supply chain performance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in warehouse operations, logistics engineering, or supply chain optimization.
• Lean Six Sigma certifications preferred.
• Hands-on experience with warehouse process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve operational logistics processes.
• Support new client onboarding within the logistics network.
• Evaluate and optimize warehouse management systems (WMS) and ERP.

Skills

Warehouse operations experience

Logistics engineering experience

Supply Chain Optimization

Advanced Excel skills

Experience with simulation tools

Knowledge of Lean processes

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Logistics or related

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

AnyLogic

AutoMod

AutoCad

Job description

In this role, you’ll apply your analytical expertise and engineering mindset to design, implement, and improve logistics processes across regional operations. You’ll lead efficiency projects, support new client implementations, and play a key role in enhancing productivity, quality, and cost performance across the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve operational logistics processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Design and implement facility layouts, workflows, and process improvements that boost productivity and quality.
• Support new client onboarding and implementations within the logistics network.
• Evaluate and optimize warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP, and related logistics software.
• Develop and track logistics metrics, KPIs, and analysis tools to measure performance.
• Conduct logistics studies, time and rate analyses, and process flow assessments.
• Provide engineering insights to support warehouse automation, robotics, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Prepare documentation and reports related to logistics data, performance, and process evaluations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement initiatives and drive Lean practices.

Requirements

• 3-5 years experience in warehouse operations/Logistics engineering/Supply Chain Optimization.
• Bachelors or Masters in Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations or related.
• Lean Six Sigma certifications will receive preference.
• Experience with Warehouse Process Optimization.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience SQL, Python pr Power BI.
• Hands on exposure to simulation, modeling and layout tools (AnyLogic, AutoMod or AutoCad).
• Familiarity with WMS, TMS and ERP platforms is advantageous.
• Experience with Automation and Robotics Integration.
• Knowledge of Lean and Continuous improvement processes.

Please consider your application unsuccessful if you have not received a response within two weeks of applying.