Senior Logistics Engineer, Healthcare

3 weeks ago

Sandton, South Africa DSV Full time

Time Type:

Full-Time

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Senior Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing common contract logistics processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Engineer works in a continuous improvement role to optimize contract logistics operations based on an understanding of client needs, distribution network strategy, transportation strategy, manufacturing strategy and inventory deployment strategy. This role is also responsible for maintaining financial and engineering metrics that will meet or exceed performance goals and identify and execute continuous improvement opportunities.

JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering 3-5 years of industrial engineering experience needed in a supply chain environment 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 Knowledge of Continuos Improvement Processes, LEAN or Six Sigma Methodologies

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Advanced Proficiency in MS Office Applications, particularly MS Access SQL Knowledge beneficial Some exposure to a WMS needed Ability to use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment like AutoCAD, MS-Project, Visio, etc.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

• 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

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Advanced

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• None required. 

ADDITIONAL COMPUTER SKILLS:

Basic understanding of WMS and/or ERP systems , Proficient with standard analysis tools (MS Office, MS Access), MS Project, AutoCAD or similar CAD software, Project Portfolio Office, SQL beneficial

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

Project Management Certification

Supply Chain relevant certifications (SCOR, ECSA, SAIIC)

Additional languages spoken

Honors or Masters Degree in Industrial Engineering

Experience in development of real estate / logistics Centers

Interpersonal Communication and Language Skills (e.g., Listening to Others, Speaking to Others, Reading, Writing)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research/Analysis:

Ensures all system functionality is configured to optimize performance (e.g., warehouse management, labor management, slotting and reporting applications) Performs special research or technical studies critical to logistic support functions Performs cost/benefit tradeoff analysis and develops ROI business cases for recommended projects involving process, system or technology change Manages/Leads Relationships with key System Software suppliers Warehouse Management Systems: Knowledge of key functions and features of systems used by DSV, in support of solutions development, sales activities and implementations; Analysis and recommendations: 1) Data (analysis, comparison, sense checking), 2) Processes (supporting business objectives, complete, accurate, relevant, error proofed, common exceptions covered, measurable), 3) Facilities (best practices, flow, flexibility, compliance);

Documentation/Reporting:

Documents and communicates common processes for all functions within scope of responsibility

Communication:

Communicates opportunities for improvement in the distribution network / warehouse environment Helps determine key metrics and provides recommendations to guide management Assists with developing/presenting training materials and classes for warehouse processes

Relationships:

Brings cross-functional teams together to collaborate on projects Supports the labor management program, including methods and procedures, engineered labor standards, incentive programs and program policies Ensures alignment among all operations’ policies, procedures and ongoing improvement projects

Continual Improvement Processes:

Understands and applies the 5 LEAN principles including but not limited to workflow smoothing, JIT, Jidoka and Pull Facilitates LEAN methodology and recommends solutions to specific business case issues Maintains subject matter expertise in proven industry methods and tools such as SixSigma, Design for Six Sigma, Value-Stream Mapping and 5S Works with leadership to drive continual improvement programs, Kaizen events, and CAPA workshops/processes Sets the standard for innovation within operational problem solving Illustrates continual improvement successes in a case study before & after format that quantifies value and documents actions taken for future reapplication Leads System Support Team from a Business process engineering perspective Develops/Maintains/Improves internal ABC Model ref. accuracy / assumptions / applicability Transport Network Optimization, Cost Analysis, Pricing, Utilization - Analysis Identify Improvement potentials and quantity opportunities

Project Management:

Determines feasibility of projects factoring costs, available space, schedule limitations, company goals, technical requirements and economic factors Project Management: Plan, document, execute, monitor, control and close projects using established DSV PM principles and tools, and ensuring effective communication with all stakeholders; Develops and implements project activities plans and timelines, coordinate subcontractors, facility management and field service personnel, and resolve problems in area of logistics to ensure meeting of contractual commitments

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