Contractor: Logistics Engineer

To assist the Part Logistics Operations performing kaizen projects and providing operational support to improve the overall dealer and supplier logistics performance.

Duration:

12 Months Contract

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Project planning & operational control of inbound and outbound packaging & transport systems to/from dealers/suppliers
• Data collection, analysis & evaluation of current and future operational systems
• Design and new implement Environmental / CO2 kaizen activities
• Returnable packaging system management / kaizen
• Shipping dock:  Day-to-day management & kaizen project implementation
• Operational admin: export/ import/ VAT/ 3rd Party Contractors

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• NQF level 6 (240 credits on level 8 framework) in Industrial/ Mechanical Engineering/ Logistics /Supply chain/ Commerce or relevant
• NQF Level 7 or above qualifications would be an advantage
• Engineering work experience +5 years (Compulsory)
• Relevant experience within manufacturing, retail, automotive or logistics / transportation
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) across various stakeholders
• PC Literacy: MS office – intermediate to advanced level (Excel)
• SAP experience will be advantageous
• Inventory & transport management system experience will be advantageous
• Own transport and willing to travel - Locally

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Accurate information gathering and analysis
• Analytical & strong numeric skills
• Self-motivated passionate individual
• Awareness and commitment to our mission
• Relationship building
• Motivating and integrating
• Problem solving
• Process orientation