Assistant Manager: Inventory Control

Toyota SA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Johannesburg seeks a Supply Chain Manager for their Inbound Parts Supply Department. This role involves critical responsibilities such as inventory management, supplier oversight, and demand forecasting. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant qualification, extensive experience, and strong skills in communication and problem-solving, essential for coordinating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 2 years working experience in supply chain or related field.
• Ability to travel nationally and hold a driver's licence.
• Experience in automotive industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory stock levels and forecast performance.
• Oversee supplier management and back-order aging.
• Ensure accuracy in inventory management and reporting.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Time Management

Problem Solving

Information Gathering and Analysis

Education

NQF Level 5 Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP R3

MS Office

Job description

A vacancy exists in the Inbound Parts Supply Department, which forms part of the Customer Service Division and is based in Johannesburg (Atlas Road). This position reports to the Local Parts Procurement Manager and will focus on the Supply Chain and Inventory Management of Locally Sourced Parts.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

• Maintain Allocation Fill Rate
• Overall Inventory Management
• Manage dealer back-order aging
• Maintain Inventory stock months
• Manage forecast performance
• Manage ETD Accuracy
• Supplier Management

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits on level 8 framework) Supply Chain Management/ Finance Management/ Business Administration Management/ Logistics Management or related
• Minimum 2 years working experience, working in a team and influencing others
• Project Management
• Automotive industry experience would be an advantage
• Good communication and negotiation skills (verbal and written)
• PC Literacy (MS Office Packages) Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• SAP R3 experience is essential
• MRP system application experience
• Driver’s Licence (Essential)
• Ability to travel nationally (Essential)

COMPETENCIES

• Accurate information gathering and analysis
• Good communication skills and ability to work well between departments
• Awareness and commitment to our mission
• Awareness of situations and decisiveness
• Creation of Innovative Vision
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to identify errors and liaising with other departments to resolve
• Works well under pressure
• Report Creation and Presenting
• Continuous improvement of processes & workflow between internal & external stakeholders [suppliers]
• Understanding & experience of Inventory Management, Order management & Supply Chain co-ordination
• Understanding and Experience of forecasting, demand planning and procurement
• Ability to solve problems
• Good time management skill and ability to prioritise

THIS APPOINTMENT WILL MADE IN LINE WITH THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY POLICY