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Job Title: Optimisation Engineer
Location: Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Warehousing | Engineering | Logistics
Reference: 2047415
Vacancy Details

Our client in the retail industry requires the service of an analytical Optimisation Engineer who has thorough knowledge of Supply Chain/ Logistics or Warehousing.

Key performance areas:

• Plan, facilitate and execute continuous improvement events.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste removal and cost reduction.
• Managing the overall planning, control, stability and delivery of projects to ensure the project is delivered safely, on time, on scope and on budget.
• Engage and obtain feedback from key stakeholders and manage stakeholder relationships across the business.
• Lead long term projects to drive productivity, continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
• Working closely with the operations and supply chain team to recognize opportunities and implement and sustain improvements.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a degree in B.Eng. Engineering / B.Com degree in Logistics or Supply Chain
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma Methodology and associated tools will be advantageous
• Excellent computer literacy
• Proficient in MS Suite including advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in FMCG / Retail / Supply Chain / Distribution Centre Environment would be advantageous
• Experience using statistical analysis and leading continuous improvement events
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with  a demonstrated ability to extensively analyse business processes and workflows
• Experience with Project teams will be advantageous
• Must be detail orientated