Remote Senior Operations Engineer: Logistics & Data

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly position

Competitive remote salary package

Performance-based annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Home office setup allowance

International travel opportunities

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24, Durban-based logistics client, seeks a Senior Operations Engineer for remote-first work across South Africa. Drive process improvements in warehouses and distribution, lead cross-functional projects, and implement automation and analytics to cut costs and boost service levels.

You will design future state layouts, develop KPIs, and mentor staff while collaborating with IT and engineering teams. This role emphasizes strategic thinking and measurable impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• 6+ years in operations engineering within logistics/supply chain.
• Lean and continuous improvement expertise.
• Proficient in simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize workflows, reduce cycle times, and minimize costs.
• Design and model future state layouts using simulation tools.
• Lead cross-functional teams in executing improvement projects.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and automation solutions.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to monitor efficiency.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering for seamless integration.
• Train and mentor staff on new processes and best practices.
• Conduct site assessments and provide enhancement recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Data analytics

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

AnyLogic

FlexSim

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Placements24, Durban-based logistics client, seeks a Senior Operations Engineer for remote-first work across South Africa. Drive process improvements in warehouses and distribution, lead cross-functional projects, and implement automation and analytics to cut costs and boost service levels.

You will design future state layouts, develop KPIs, and mentor staff while collaborating with IT and engineering teams. This role emphasizes strategic thinking and measurable impact.