Warehouse Layout Specialist at The Coca-Cola Company

Job Description    

• 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.

Deadline:15th June,2025