Strategic Supply Chain Optimization Engineer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive health and wellness bene

Opportunities for professional certs &

Retirement savings plan

Dynamic, innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a seasoned Supply Chain Optimization Engineer to enhance efficiency across procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution. You will apply industrial engineering principles and data-driven analysis to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and improve service levels.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, at least four years in supply chain analytics, and strong skills in Excel, SQL, R or Python, plus ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics, or operations management.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis software (Excel, SQL, R, Python).
• Experience with supply chain optimization software and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of inventory management techniques and transportation planning.
• Excellent communication and project management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders in KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and model current supply chain processes to identify bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for optimizing inventory levels, warehousing, and transportation logistics.
• Utilize forecasting and simulation tools to predict demand and manage supply chain risks.
• Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and sales teams to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Design and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain performance and identify trends.
• Evaluate and recommend technology solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data analysis

Strong communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering / Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

R

Python

ERP systems

Job description

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a seasoned Supply Chain Optimization Engineer to enhance efficiency across procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution. You will apply industrial engineering principles and data-driven analysis to reduce costs, shorten lead times, and improve service levels.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field, at least four years in supply chain analytics, and strong skills in Excel, SQL, R or Python, plus ERP experience.