Inbound Controller

Edge Executive Search Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic logistics company in Durban seeks a high-impact Operations Coordinator to oversee inbound operations and ensure accurate inventory flow. This role demands 3+ years of experience in inventory management, strong system skills, and a detail-oriented approach to optimizing stock control. You will work across teams to enforce FIFO principles and manage stock prioritization, ensuring seamless order fulfilment and compliance.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in inventory or order management, preferably in the automotive or logistics sector.
• Strong system skills with platforms like Autocart and ENatis.
• Detail-focused with proven FIFO and stock control experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound operations ensuring stock accuracy and FIFO.
• Manage stock allocation and monitor aged stock for swaps.
• Ensure system accuracy across logistics and supplier portals.

Skills

Inventory Management

Stock Control

Coordination

Stakeholder Communication

Detail-focused

Problem-solving

Tools

Autocart

ENatis

Job description

This is a high-impact operations role in a dynamic logistics and planning environment. If you're ready to take control of stock flow, streamline inventory, and align order fulfilment with business needs — this is your time to lead from the ground up.

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for coordinating all inbound operations — ensuring stock accuracy, enforcing FIFO, and managing stock allocation across retail, wholesale, and backorders. You’ll work closely with sales, logistics, planning, and finance to ensure seamless inventory movement and timely order fulfilment.

What You’ll Do

Enforce FIFO principles and maintain inventory accuracy

Monitor aged stock and coordinate with RSMs for swaps and rotation

Allocate stock across order priorities and ensure high-value orders are prioritised

Manage backorders and coordinate inbound SKD (Semi Knocked Down) shipments

Ensure system accuracy across Autocart, ENatis, and supplier portals

Facilitate financial release confirmations and support finance compliance

Deliver excellent service through proactive dealer and customer support

What You Bring

3+ years in inventory or order management (automotive or logistics sector preferred)

Strong system skills (Autocart, ENatis, or similar platforms)

Detail-focused with proven FIFO and stock control experience

Excellent coordination and stakeholder communication skills

A proactive, solutions-driven mindset and ability to thrive under pressure

What Success Looks Like

Inventory aligned with demand, accurate in system and on floor

Seamless SKD processing and fast-tracked backorder fulfilment

Sales, logistics, and customer service working in sync thanks to your oversight