Coca Cola Beverages South Africa has an exciting opportunity in the Logistics Department. We are looking for a seasoned individual with necessary skills & experience for a Warehouse Layout Specialist role reporting into the Country Lead Warehouse Services.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Key Outcome

Warehouse Layout Optimisation

Design and maintain optimised warehouse layouts for all depots in South Africa.

Update layouts to accommodate new products and packaging changes

Identify and implement improvements in layout design, resourcing, and space utilisation

Plan and execute layout changes, considering factors like product type, storage requirements, and traffic flow. 

Ensure the layout complies with safety regulations and standards. 

optimise space  by considering cube storage solutions, multi-tiered systems, and compact storage units. 

Ensure layouts support target throughput levels across different depots

Determine optimal min-max stock levels per depot and align space requirements accordingly. 

Adjust designs based on changes in demand or supply and changes in product offering for all sites to ensure warehouse space is optimally allocated.

Process Optimisation 

Conduct detailed studies to assess labor and equipment needs for various layouts

Examines the Logistics workflow and identifies ways to streamline warehouse activities and resources with supply and demand business requirements. This is done to determine: 

Additional resources required for peak periods 

Additional warehouse space requirements for manufacturing downtime and stock builds 

Analysis of operational and stock data for gaps and inefficiencies to improve inventory management, stock control and availability to reduce distribution and handling costs.

Data Analysis and Reporting 

Collect warehouse performance data to gather information on key metrics like picking rates, put-away times, and space utilisation.

Analyse inventory movement to understand product flow, identify trends, and predict future needs.

Track Key Performance Indicators to monitor metrics such as order fulfilment rates, inventory accuracy, and shipping efficiency.

Apply cost-based analysis to warehouse activities to ensure that recommendations and decisions are financially sound and supported.

Functional Capabilities

Warehouse Layout Design

Inventory Space Planning

Time & Motion Studies

Throughput Optimisation

New Product Integration

Continuous Improvement

KBI

X% layouts completed on time.

% layouts meeting throughput targets

Layout Change implementation lead time

% accuracy of space-to-stock ratios

Stock availability vs. space 

% accuracy in resourcing recommendations

Resource  rate

Cases moved per m²

Cases per FTE

Layout update lead time

% compliance to NPD timelines

Stakeholder satisfaction score

Number of CI initiatives implemented

Efficiency gains realized

Skills, Experience & Education

Education

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Experience

5-7 years of experience in warehouse operations, stock management, or distribution.

FMCG warehousing experience

Experience in conducting time and motion studies

Skills 

Proven experience designing warehouse layouts

AutoCAD proficiency

Demonstrated process improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

Strong data analysis capability, including the ability to collect, interpret, and draw meaningful insights from data.

Proven ability to translate data findings into practical layout adjustments and operational improvements.

Familiarity and exposure to New Product Development (NPD) processes.

Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly convey information to diverse audiences.

Ability to align and manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Exposure to and understanding of lean or Kaizen practices and principles.

Proactive problem-solving mindset, with the ability to identify and resolve issues before they escalate.

Strong analytical and planning skills, with the ability to think strategically and develop effective plans.

General

The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional or relevant information as criteria for short-listing. 

Interested applicants, who meet the above employee specifications, should please apply. Suitable equity candidates will be given preference in line with our Equity Plan.