Solutions Engineering Executive

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Solutions Engineering Executive Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape Type: Permanent Our client is seeking an experienced Solutions Engineering Executive to lead the development and delivery of commercially viable, technically sound and operationally sustainable supply chain solutions. This role provides strategic engineering leadership, drives operational improvement and ensures customer requirements are translated into efficient, cost-effective operating models. Key Responsibilities: Lead supply chain engineering, network design and optimisation across warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory and production logistics. Oversee solution development, RFQs, feasibility studies, costing, proposals and implementation planning. Develop operational models, resource plans, productivity calculations and cost-effective solutions aligned with customer requirements. Collaborate with Business Development, Commercial, Finance, Operations and Technology teams to deliver sustainable customer value. Drive operational transformation, continuous improvement and cost optimisation using Lean, Toyota Production System and industrial engineering methodologies. Evaluate and implement fit-for-purpose technology, automation, ERP, WMS, TMS and business intelligence solutions. Establish engineering standards, technical governance, risk management and quality assurance processes. Lead, mentor and develop the Solutions Engineering team while managing resources, budgets and performance. Build strong customer and stakeholder relationships, providing technical expertise and commercially sound recommendations. Minimum Requirements: Recognised four-year degree in Industrial Engineering, another relevant engineering discipline, Logistics or a related field. At least 10 years’ relevant experience in supply chain engineering, contract logistics, manufacturing logistics or complex operations. Minimum 5 years’ senior management experience leading engineering or multidisciplinary solution teams. Proven experience in solution development, RFQs, operating-model design, solution costing and implementation support. Strong knowledge of warehouse and material-flow design, resource modelling, productivity analysis and operational improvement. Experience translating operational requirements into functional systems and technology solutions. Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to assess costs, profitability, operational risks and service commitments. Excellent leadership, analytical, communication and stakeholder-management skills. Automotive and production-logistics experience is strongly preferred. Advantageous: A postgraduate qualification in Management, Business or Supply Chain.