Supply Chain Engineer: Optimize Logistics & Cost Savings

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a result-driven Supply Chain Engineer to optimize logistics and material flow in Vereeniging. This on-site role focuses on improving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability across procurement to delivery, driving significant cost savings and customer satisfaction.

You will analyze complex networks, implement process improvements, and collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance supply chain visibility and control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics engineering, or operations.
• Strong understanding of logistics, warehousing, transportation and inventory management.
• Proficient in supply chain planning and optimization software.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and map current supply chain processes to identify inefficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize inventory management, warehousing, and transportation logistics.
• Collaborate with suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution partners to streamline material flow and reduce lead times.
• Utilize data analytics to forecast demand, manage capacity, and identify cost-saving opportunities within the supply chain.
• Implement and manage supply chain technologies and systems to enhance visibility and operational control.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to track the effectiveness of supply chain operations.

Skills

Supply chain management

Logistics engineering

Operations management

Data analytics

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

SCM software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a result-driven Supply Chain Engineer to optimize logistics and material flow in Vereeniging. This on-site role focuses on improving efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability across procurement to delivery, driving significant cost savings and customer satisfaction.

You will analyze complex networks, implement process improvements, and collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance supply chain visibility and control.