Project Engineer; Logistics

Project Engineer (Logistics) job vacancy in Port Elizabeth.

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management or Procurement Management
• Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics processes within an automotive manufacturing environment
• Minimum 2 years' experience as an Engineer in Logistics Planning or a similar environment, with 2 years' Project Management experience

Technical and Behavioural

Competencies:

• Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) and MS Office; advanced MS Excel skills will be advantageous
• Knowledge of material handling, packaging and BNK, SGK, CAPEX and SEK costing principles
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and capable of working independently
• Knowledge of automotive procedures and systems to analyze, plan, develop, implement and maintain various contracts will an added advantage

Key Performance Areas:

• Implement logistics requirements for new projects, production requests, divisional upgrades and approved improvement initiatives
• Prepare production and warehouse concepts, layouts, drawings and material handling solutions
• Develop packaging specifications for local, export, and CKD parts
• Manage projects, suppliers, contracts, timelines and BNK, SGK, CAPEX and SEK budgets
• Prepare enquiry requests, tenders, appropriations, and purchase requisitions
• Coordinate acceptance, testing, and handover of logistics equipment and facilities
• Develop and maintain logistics material handling contracts
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors