Logistics Engineer, Healthcare – Sandton needed at DSV

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate and analyse data, processes and material flow related to existing operations in order to identify improvement opportunities.
• Implement initiatives and monitor quantitative benefits of changes.
• Responsible and accountable for implementation of CIP through related studies and other methodologies (5S, Lean, TOC, etc.). Lead a cross functional team to ensure implementation of projects.
• Develop business cases for financial investments where required, including ROI calculations, quantified value, productivity improvements, etc.
• Documenting, monitoring and communicating project timelines, milestones and objectives.
• Follow disciplined change management process to ensure that implemented changes are sustainable.
• Problem solving facilitation and training where required.
• Working closely with Project & Implementation, Solutions & Pricing & Applications Engineering teams to ensure standardization of best practices in DSV.
• Training on Lean, Six Sigma & Change Management.
• Coaching of staff on Job clocking and Resource Planning .
• Monitor and report on Job clocking and Resource Planning over multiple operations.
• Implement automation and mechanization initiatives.
• Support major changes (tactical) within the warehouse with regards to processes, MHE, WMS, automation and mechanization.
• Manage and grow junior/graduate/intern/student logistic engineers.
• Drive Sustainability initiatives and facilitate sustainability related forums
• Contribute to and oversee CO2 emissions reporting

JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years engineering, warehouse and logistics industry experience;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering
• Unendorsed license and own transport;
• Ability to travel around in SA as well as globally if required
• Must have experience in Lean / CIP methodology
• Introduction to Change Management
• Advanced Excel and Intermediate Autocad skills: > 1 years experience;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities
• Exceptional analytical skills and ability to pay attention to detail
• Strong project management skills
• Able to develop and deliver presentations to managers and executives
• Informed of technical changes and industry trends
• Must possess excellent communications skills, must be self-motivated and a team player
• Strong writing skills with experience documenting design methodologies to create logistics solutions and responses to RFP’s
• Ability to learn new software applications
• Ability to train staff on new processes and software at all levels of business