On-Site Industrial Engineer: Supply Chain Optimizer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

On-site canteen

Parking

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an Industrial Engineering Specialist to optimize supply chain operations across warehousing, inventory, and distribution networks. The role involves analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing data-driven improvements to speed up delivery and cut costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering (advanced degree preferred) and at least 4 years of supply chain engineering experience, with strong skills in WMS,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering focused on supply chain and logistics.
• Proven expertise in warehouse operations, inventory control, and transportation management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in statistical analysis, simulation software, and optimization modeling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain operations to identify bottlenecks, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement optimized warehouse layouts, inventory management systems, and material handling processes.
• Develop and refine transportation routing and network design strategies to minimize costs and delivery times.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques, simulation, and modeling to forecast demand and optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with procurement, logistics, operations, and customer service teams to ensure integration of improvements.
• Establish and track KPIs for supply chain efficiency, cost, and service levels.
• Implement lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies within the supply chain function.
• Develop business cases for new supply chain technologies and infrastructure investments.
• Create detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Forecasting

Statistical analysis

Simulation

Optimization modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

WMS

TMS

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks an Industrial Engineering Specialist to optimize supply chain operations across warehousing, inventory, and distribution networks. The role involves analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing data-driven improvements to speed up delivery and cut costs.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering (advanced degree preferred) and at least 4 years of supply chain engineering experience, with strong skills in WMS,