Strategic Lead Industrial Engineer - Supply Chain Optimization

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead supply chain optimization across warehousing and transport. The role combines strategic planning with practical implementation to deliver efficiency, cost reductions, and improved service levels.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years in industrial engineering with a supply chain focus, strong leadership, and expertise in modeling, WMS/TMS, and advanced analytics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 10+ years progressive experience in industrial engineering with a focus on supply chain and logistics.
• Proven track record leading large-scale supply chain optimization projects.
• Expertise in supply chain modeling, simulation, and network design software.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of optimized supply chain processes and systems.
• Analyze complex supply chain data to identify opportunities for efficiency gains, cost reduction, and service level improvements.
• Develop and manage the execution of strategic projects related to network design, inventory management, and logistics operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment and integration of supply chain strategies.
• Implement and utilize advanced analytical tools and technologies to enhance supply chain visibility and performance.
• Develop and mentor a team of industrial engineers focused on supply chain operations.
• Establish and monitor KPIs for supply chain effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices in supply chain management.

Skills

Supply chain

Leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Master's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

WMS

TMS

Modeling software

Simulation

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead supply chain optimization across warehousing and transport. The role combines strategic planning with practical implementation to deliver efficiency, cost reductions, and improved service levels.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years in industrial engineering with a supply chain focus, strong leadership, and expertise in modeling, WMS/TMS, and advanced analytics.