IntroductionAn international automotive OEM company based in the Eastern Cape, Kariega is looking for a Project Engineer to join their logistics department.You will be responsible to plan, design, develop and introduce the provision, modification and maintenance of material handling facilities, transport, packaging, processes and systems for the optimal material flow from source to point of use to support Production, P&A and Localizations and Export projects in achieving their scheduled targets.To analyze, maintain and control the various Logistics Planning Contracts by liaison with the necessary departments and external contractors in order to reduce costs and improve methods of control on an ongoing basisJob Description and ResponsibilitiesPlanning and preparing detailed logistics material flow concepts in production and warehouse environments for optimum solutions.Preparing detailed layouts, drawings and job specifications for specialized facilitiesConceiving, designing and procuring logistics facilities, i.e. stillages, pallets, dunnage, trolleys, racking, general storage facilities and packaging based on analysis and interpretation of requirements for new projects, production requestsDefining detailed project plans for coordinating and monitoringPreparing Enquiry Requests to obtain quotations from suppliersEvaluating adjudicated quotations then negotiating with suppliersPreparing appropriation requests to justify capital expenditurePreparing and issuing purchase requisitions.Arranging for project/facility/service acceptance and hand-over by conducting demonstrations of equipment or facilities (e.g. through physical trials).Preparation of budget prices to be used for corporate investment programs, cost studies, localization and export projects.Developing and introducing packaging specifications.Drafting and updating Logistics Material Handling Contract specificationsEducation and Experience Degree or National Diploma in fields of either Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics or Purchasing.3 years experience with logistics processes within automotive manufacturing environment.2 years experience in Project ManagementSkills, Attributes & Other requirements ESSENTIAL:Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.Self-starter who is able to operate on his/her own requiring minimum supervision and able to operate under pressure.Good planning, organizing and decision-making abilities in order to meet tight deadlines.Able communicator with good written and verbal skills.Proficiency with producing, understanding and interpreting 3D CAD drawings.Full computer literacy in suite of Microsoft packages, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint and Word. Advanced excel skills requiredPackage & Remuneration R75 000 pm CTC negotiableInterested?