Inventory Controller

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 223,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel cost reimbursement

Job summary

Snatch | Accounting & Finance Headhunters is seeking an Inventory Controller in Milnerton, Cape Town, with site travel required. You will own inventory records across production and retail, investigate discrepancies and ensure stock movements are accurately captured.

You will work with finance, production, retail and warehousing to improve accuracy, reduce losses and keep inventory under control. A 2–6 year track record in stock control is essential.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years' experience in stock control or inventory management.
• Experience in FMCG or perishable stock environments is advantageous.
• Strong control of stock movements, yields and wastage.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records across raw materials, packaging, consumables and finished products using ERP systems and Excel.
• Plan and complete regular stock counts, cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Analyse stock differences, investigate discrepancies and strengthen controls.
• Track raw material usage through production and monitor yields, waste, and finished goods.
• Monitor stock rotation, expiry dates and shelf life to minimise wastage and obsolescence.
• Compare stock with documentation and prepare monthly stock level reports.

Skills

Inventory management

Excel proficiency

ERP systems

Data analysis

Stock counts

Education

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain

Tools

ERP software

Warehouse management system

Job description

Milnerton, Cape Town (site travel required)

R20,000 – R25,000 per month

Full inventory ownership across production & retail

Role Overview

A fast-growing food manufacturing and retail supply business is seeking an Inventory Controller to join their operational team. This role will suit someone who enjoys working hands-on with stock, numbers and operational processes. You will be responsible for keeping inventory records accurate across production and retail environments, identifying discrepancies and ensuring stock movements are properly captured.

You will work closely with other functional teams, including finance, production, retail, and warehousing, combining physical stock checks with data analysis to improve accuracy, reduce losses and keep inventory under control.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records across raw materials, packaging, consumables and finished products using ERP systems and Excel.
• Plan and complete regular stock counts, cycle counts and reconciliations across different stockholding locations.
• Analyse stock differences, investigate discrepancies over the complete cycle and put stronger controls in place.
• Track raw material usage throughout production and monitor yields, waste, and finished-goods output.
• Monitor stock rotation, expiry dates and shelf life with a view of minimising wastage, ageing and obsolete inventory.
• Check incoming and outgoing stock against supporting documentation and compile monthly reports on stock levels, variances and write-offs.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management, Finance, or Cost & Management Accounting with 2–6 years' experience in dedicated stock control.
• Previous experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, retail or a high-volume/perishable stock environment is highly advantageous.
• Strong experience with stock counts, reconciliations and investigating inventory discrepancies.
• Good understanding of production yields, wastage, stock movements and inventory controls.
• Working knowledge of inventory principles such as FIFO and LIFO.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using an ERP, inventory or warehouse management system.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable own vehicle for required site visits.

Salary & Benefits

• CTC R20,000 – R26,000 per month
• Travel cost reimbursement