Inventory Control Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training and development

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to ensure accurate stock records and optimize inventory levels in a busy manufacturing environment. You will monitor stock, perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with procurement to maintain smooth supply chains, while upholding safety and warehouse best practices.

This role offers a structured career path, training opportunities, and a supportive team in a stable Kimberley operation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate inventory records using the company's ERP system.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Monitor stock levels, identify reorder points, and coordinate with procurement to ensure adequate supply.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage methods for efficiency and safety.

Skills

Inventory control

ERP proficiency

Data accuracy

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Inventory Control Specialist to join their team in Kimberley . This role is critical for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of inventory records, ensuring optimal stock levels, and supporting the efficiency of the supply chain. You will be responsible for monitoring stock, conducting cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, and implementing improvements to inventory management processes. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining precise inventory data within a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate inventory records using the company's ERP system.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Monitor stock levels, identify reorder points, and coordinate with procurement to ensure adequate supply.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage methods for efficiency and safety.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory control , warehouse management, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a warehouse environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Training and development opportunities in supply chain and logistics.
• A stable and collaborative work environment in Kimberley .