Solution Design Professional South Africa

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, we Rise in Motion.  Your career is always on the move, growing as fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team of nearly 200 nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job. It’s a journey on which you rise. 

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Solution Design Engineer, to design and develop comprehensive solutions that meet our client’s business requirements. This role works closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, business development, ZDS, finance, SD and operations, to ensure that solutions are delivered on time and within budget.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

•  Work with clients to understand their warehouse operations and business requirements.
• Design and develop comprehensive warehouse solutions that optimize operations and reduce costs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to identify potential issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Create detailed solution designs, including layouts, process flows, and material handling systems.
• Create innovative presentations to clarify the solution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, engineers, and operations teams, to develop and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure that solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable.
• For new business processes, supports the most-lean and zero defect startup (Zero Defect Startup - ZDS) activities, simulates the lean method and methods used in processes that do not exist yet, and supports new installations (implementation).
• Know the procedures and policies of Integrated Management Systems and carry out his/her works within the framework of these procedures and policies.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to identify new opportunities for innovation and improvement.
• Maintain SD databases and other reports for internal and external use
• Be compliant with any CEVA Business Rules and Core Values.
• Perform other duties as requirements

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

   Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• At least 3-5 years’ experience in warehouse solution design and implementation

    Specialist Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics
• Strong understanding of supply chain management, contract logistics, and industry trends and best practices.
• Experience with warehouse automation systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed business decisions.
• Financial acumen.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles is a plus
• Familiarity with relevant software and systems, including but not limited to MS Office and Auto  

Interpersonal & Communication Skills

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to internal and external stakeholders.
• Well organized, flexible and able to work with across various functions and able to communicate at all levels in the organization

APPLICATIONS

Detailed CV and cover letter to be forwarded to:

SH-BAMECA-ZA-HR@Cevalogistics.com and ext.nombuso.shongwe@cevalogistics.com

We value your professional and personal growth. That is why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

“CEVA Logistics Pty (Ltd) is committed to equality, employment equity, and diversity. In accordance with the employment equity plan of CEVA and its preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions. CEVA reserves the right not to make an appointment to the posts as advertised.”

As a global organization, and as part of the CMA CGM Group, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, behaviors and local knowledge of our customers, we can succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation.

Please note: Legitimate CEVA Logistics recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn or via an official company email address: firstname.lastname@cevalogistics.com. We recommend that you do not respond to unsolicited business propositions and/or offers from people with whom you are unfamili