DC Inventory & Process Lead

TFG

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 950,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

TFG in Gauteng seeks a DC Process Manager - Inventory to oversee inbound operations, drive accuracy, and ensure compliant, cost-effective receipt of goods. You will lead cycle counts, stock reconciliations, and WMS records to support timely stock availability.

The role requires 3+ years DC experience, hands-on WMS experience (SAP, SAP EWM, Manhattan, JDA, Oracle or SYSPRO), and strong analytical and leadership skills to develop the team and optimise processes.

Qualifications

Relevant Degree or Diploma.
Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management will be advantageous.
Minimum 3 years Distribution Centre (DC) experience.
Minimum 1 year people management experience.
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) such as SAP, SAP EWM, Manhattan, JDA, Oracle, or SYSPRO.

Responsibilities

Lead and optimise inventory management processes to ensure high levels of inventory accuracy across the Distribution Centre.
Drive stock control initiatives through effective cycle counting, stock reconciliations, and variance investigations.
Maintain accurate inventory records by ensuring all stock movements are correctly processed and recorded within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
Analyse inventory data and performance metrics to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
Investigate and resolve stock variances through detailed root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions.
Monitor and manage aged, slow-moving, obsolete, and damaged stock to minimise losses and improve inventory health.
Ensure compliance with inventory control procedures, stock governance standards, and audit requirements.
Lead and support cycle count programmes, annual stock takes, and inventory audits to maintain inventory integrity.
Collaborate with Operations, Inbound, Outbound, Suppliers, and other cross-functional teams to improve inventory accuracy and stock availability.
Design and implement inventory process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce inventory-related risks.
Monitor key inventory KPIs including inventory accuracy, stock variance, cycle count completion, stock availability, shrinkage, and inventory turnover.
Drive initiatives focused on loss prevention, shrinkage reduction, and inventory optimisation.
Ensure adherence to company policies, SOPs, and health and safety requirements.
Prepare and present inventory reports, audit findings, KPI scorecards, and continuous improvement recommendations to management.
Manage, coach, and develop team members to build capability, accountability, and a high-performance culture within the inventory function.