Inventory Control Specialist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Process improvement

Stable employment

Structured environment

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist in Mahikeng to manage stock levels and optimize material flow within a manufacturing setting.

You will maintain records, perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and uphold inventory policies to support procurement and production planning. Strong analytical skills and ERP proficiency are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory control, warehousing, or stock management.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for all materials and finished goods using the company's inventory management system.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and provide data to support procurement and production planning.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of inventory to prevent damage or loss.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist to manage and optimize stock levels within their manufacturing facility in Mahikeng . This role is essential for ensuring the accurate tracking of raw materials, components, and finished goods, which directly impacts production efficiency and cost control. You will be responsible for implementing and maintaining robust inventory management systems, conducting regular stock counts, and identifying discrepancies. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, contributing to the seamless flow of materials in a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for all materials and finished goods using the company's inventory management system.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and provide data to support procurement and production planning.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of inventory to prevent damage or loss.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory control , warehousing, or stock management.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of warehouse operations and safety procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to implement and improve inventory processes.
• Stable employment within a growing manufacturing sector in Mahikeng .
• A structured work environment with clear responsibilities.
• Supportive team and management structure.