Senior Industrial Engineer

Ntice Search Solutions; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics solutions seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer to design and implement innovative logistics solutions. This pivotal role involves continuous improvement efforts, stakeholder management, and the application of Lean Six Sigma principles to enhance operational efficiency. A successful candidate will possess a B-Eng degree and substantial experience in supply chain management.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in logistics & supply chain management or related industry.
• 5+ years in logistics as an Industrial Engineer.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop value-adding logistics solutions for clients.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Six Sigma.
• Manage cost-saving initiatives and report on their effectiveness.

Skills

Supply Chain Optimization

Business Analysis

Data Analysis

Change Management

Lean Six Sigma

Project Management

Team Leadership

Education

B-Eng Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Microsoft Access

SQL

Microsoft Visio

SharePoint

ERP Systems

TMS

PYTHON

Job description

Main Purpose

The Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing, planning, and implementing logistics solutions, managing stakeholder expectations throughout the solution design and implementation phases. Key areas of focus include:

• Analyse and implement value-adding logistics solutions.
• Support strategic objectives and manage change effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma.
• Optimize warehouse and transport planning.

Basic Minimum Requirements

• Education: B-Eng Degree in Industrial Engineering
  • Computer Literacy: Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
  • Beneficial: Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft Visio, SharePoint, Power Apps, ERP Systems, TMS, PYTHON
• Experience: 8+ years in logistics & supply chain management or related industry & Lean Six Sigma
  • Expertise in Supply Chain Optimization, Planning & Design
  • Business Analysis and Development of BRS & SRS

Job-related Requirements

• Industrial Engineering: 5+ years in logistics or related industry
• Lean Six Sigma: 5+ years in logistics (beneficial)
• Leadership: 3+ years in business or operations, with staff performance management
• ERP/WMS Systems: 2+ years operational experience (development advantageous)
• TMS Systems: 3+ years (advantageous)
• Supply Chain Optimization: 5+ years in warehouse or route planning (beneficial)
• Business Analysis: 5+ years (essential)
• Change Management: 3+ years (essential)

• Project Management & TOC (Theory of Constraints)

Added Advantages

• Supply Chain & Network Optimization and Planning
• Supply Chain Management accreditation (CSCP, SCOR-P)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Engineered Solutions: Develop value-adding logistics solutions for clients
• Operations Support: Collaborate with operations to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Data Analysis: Compare and analyze logistics data for process optimization
• Business Cases: Develop ROI-driven cases for productivity improvements
• Continuous Improvement: Manage and report on cost-saving initiatives
• Change Management: Lead transitions through the S-Curve effectively
• Business Analysis: Translate business needs into IT-specific requirements
• SIGMA Initiatives: Identify and implement Lean Six Sigma improvements
• Group Facilitation: Lead cross-functional teams in planning or problem-solving

Additional Information

• Organized, deadline-driven, and adaptable to change
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

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NOTE: Only candidates that have been shortlisted will be contacted & only candidates with the minimum required qualifications and experience will be shortlisted.