DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers.  Read more at www.dsv.com 

Location: ZAF - Kempton Park, Serengeti Blvd (DSV Park Gauteng)
Job Posting Title: Senior Logistics Engineer, DSV Sigma 
Time Type: Full Time

Main Purpose of The Role:

Designing, costing and implementing small Warehouse solutions. Maintenance and enhancements to existing WH operations.  Initiating and implementing continuous improvement projects of multiple operations.  Driving change management and training to stabilize project and ensuring adoption.  Implementing and stabilizing automation and mechanization projects.   Apply principles of Lean, with the required data analysis to identify synergies and cost savings in multiclient facilities. Ensure Sigma best practices are considered and implemented from the start with new client implementation. 

Minimum Requirements:

• Industrial Engineering Experience in logistics environment: > 3 years; 
• Project management experience, ability setup and run a project end to end: >2 Years 
• Advanced Excel: > 1 years experience; 
• Analytical & Detail oriented; 
• High work rate and quality of work 
• Must have experience across multiple logistic activities / verticals   
• Ability to learn new software applications 
• Ability to train staff on new processes and software from White collar to Blue collar  
• Unendorsed license and own transport; 
• Ability to travel around in SA, SSA, as well as globally if required; 
• Must have general experience in the logistics industry; 
• Must have experience in Lean / CIP methodology; 
• Experience in Introduction to Change Management 

Qualifications: 

Degree in Industrial Engineering (Preferably a 4yr BEng/BSc)   

Computer packages

Advanced Excel  

Microsoft Visio and Project 

PowerPoint 

CW1 Warehouse or Other Warehouse Systems 

Power BI Beneficial  

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support business in the scoping, designing, costing, implementing and maintaining small Warehouses across SSA.
• 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.
• 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 that 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.
• Implement automation and mechanization initiatives.
• Support major changes (tactical) within the warehouse with regards to processes, MHE, WMS, automation and mechanization.

Added Advantages

• Warehouse/X-Dock Design and Costing; 
• Solution Requirements gathering; 
• Layout and Flow design and implementation; 
• Good people skills required; 
• WMS / ERP Systems skill and experience: > 1 year; 
• Stakeholder Management: > 1 years; 
• Highly adaptable to change 
• Sound knowledge of engineering economics and fundamental accounting principles 
• LEAN and/or Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt 
• Data Cleaning & Analytics 

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.