Warehouse Layout Optimisation Engineer - R1M – Ee

Paton Personnel; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG company seeks a Warehouse Layout Optimisation Engineer responsible for designing and optimising warehouse layouts across all depots in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have an Industrial Engineering background, proven experience in warehouse operations, and strong data analysis skills, driving efficiency and strategic improvements.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in warehouse operations, stock management or distribution.
• Experience in FMCG warehousing and conducting time and motion studies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimise warehouse layouts for all depots across South Africa.
• Focus on efficiency and effectiveness in warehousing operations.
• Translate data insights into practical layout and operational improvements.

Skills

Data analysis

Warehouse layout design

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean principles

Strategic planning

Education

Industrial Engineering or similar

Job description

Warehouse Layout Optimisation Engineer - R1m – EE

Opportunity to take responsibility for the design and optimisation of warehouse layouts for all depots across South Africa for a leading FMCG company.

Ideal candidate: An Industrial Engineer or similar background.

Please only apply if your skills and experience meet the following requirements:

Experience:

• 5-7 years in warehouse operations, stock management, or distribution.
• FMCG warehousing experience.
• Experience conducting time and motion studies.

Skills:

• Proven experience in designing warehouse layouts.
• Focus on efficiency and effectiveness.
• Strong data analysis skills, including data collection, interpretation, and deriving insights.
• Ability to translate data insights into practical layout and operational improvements.
• Exposure to New Product Development (NPD) processes.
• Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of lean or Kaizen principles.
• Proactive problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.

Note: If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.

Position details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage

Location: Alberton, Gauteng, South Africa