Senior Supply Chain Engineer - Hybrid & Growth Focus

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Training workshops

Wellness programs

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a dynamic FMCG leader in Vereeniging in its search for a Senior Industrial Supply Chain Engineer. The role focuses on optimizing the flow of goods, information, and finances across the supply chain from sourcing to delivery, with a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation.

You will analyze processes, design efficient solutions, and lead cross-functional initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma, with a hybrid work model enabling on-site collaboration and remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• 5+ years in industrial supply chain engineering or related role.
• Experience optimizing supply chain processes, logistics, and inventory management.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) and data analysis tools.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, inventory, warehousing, transport and distribution.
• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Design, develop, and implement optimized supply chain processes and strategies.
• Use data analytics and modeling to forecast demand and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with production, sales, finance and suppliers to ensure seamless execution.
• Develop KPIs to measure performance and drive improvement.
• Oversee logistics operations including carrier selection and route optimization.
• Implement Lean and other best practices to reduce waste.
• Stay updated on industry trends and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Supply Chain / Logistics

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a dynamic FMCG leader in Vereeniging in its search for a Senior Industrial Supply Chain Engineer. The role focuses on optimizing the flow of goods, information, and finances across the supply chain from sourcing to delivery, with a mix of strategic thinking and hands-on implementation.

You will analyze processes, design efficient solutions, and lead cross-functional initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma, with a hybrid work model enabling on-site collaboration and remote