Hungry Lion

Systems & Automation Engineer - QSR

Hungry Lion  •  Stellenbosch, ZA / Cape Town, ZA (Onsite)  •  12 days ago
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Job Description

The Systems & Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, optimising, and continuously improving Replenishment systems and processes to support a scalable, controlled and efficient supply chain. The role focuses on translating operational challenges into system-driven solutions, reducing manual intervention and supporting the ongoing development and enhancement of the business’s bespoke demand planning and replenishment tool to enable consistent execution across multiple markets.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Analyse replenishment processes, system behaviour, and exception drivers to identify improvement opportunities

  • Design and implement system logic, validations, and automation to reduce manual intervention and operational risk

  • Support the development and enhancement of replenishment tools and applications (e.g. AppSheet, AppScript or similar platforms)

  • Standardise replenishment processes, rules, and requirements to enable cross-market scalability

  • Monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions and drive continuous improvement

Requirements

  • Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field

  • Competent in JavaScript, SQL, Excel, and Python

  • Experience with workflow automation or analytics tools

  • Exposure to KNIME or similar tools is advantageous

Competencies

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take ownership

  • Automation- and continuous improvement–driven mindset

  • Ability to translate operational needs into practical system solutions

  • Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders

Hungry Lion

About Hungry Lion

Operating in 8 African countries, with over 500 restaurants, Hungry Lion strives to provide high-quality products at affordable prices in a modern fast-food environment.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Stellenbosch, ZA
Year Founded
1997
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