Description:
Job Title: Industrial Engineer Finance (Logistics)Department: Finance
Reporting To: Finance Manager / Financial Controller / Head of Finance
Job Purpose:
To support the Finance department by analysing operational and financial data within logistics and supply chain operations to improve cost efficiency, productivity, and profitability. The Industrial Engineer will provide data-driven insights, cost models, and operational analysis to support financial decision-making, budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Cost Analysis & Financial Modelling: Analyse logistics operational costs, including transport, warehousing, labour, and equipment. Develop and maintain cost models for logistics operations. Identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements. Support pricing models, cost-to-serve analysis, and profitability analysis. Assist with budget preparation and financial forecasting. Operational & Financial Performance Analysis: Analyse operational performance and its impact on financial results. Track and report on key financial and operational KPIs. Investigate cost variances and provide root cause analysis. Provide recommendations to improve operational and financial efficiency. Productivity & Efficiency Optimisation: Conduct time and motion studies within warehouse and logistics operations. Evaluate labour productivity, equipment utilisation, and process efficiency. Recommend improvements to reduce operational costs and improve efficiency. Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with financial goals. Reporting & Data Management: Develop dashboards and reports using tools such as Excel and Power BI. Provide regular financial and operational performance reports to management. Support month-end reporting with operational cost analysis. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of operational and financial data. Budgeting & Forecasting Support: Assist finance with operational budgeting and forecasting. Provide operational input into financial planning. Support scenario modelling and financial impact analysis. Monitor actual performance against budgets and forecasts. Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in logistics and financial processes. Support the implementation of process improvements and cost optimisation initiatives. Standardise costing and reporting methodologies. Support automation and digitisation of reporting processes.
Minimum Qualifi
17 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za