Inventory Controller - 3 Month Project

Acumen Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Acumen Group in Johannesburg South is seeking an immediately available Inventory Controller for a 3-month fixed-term inventory assignment. This role demands a detail-oriented professional with strong systems and analytical skills, particularly in a manufacturing environment.

The key responsibilities include analysing inventory processes, resolving discrepancies, and enhancing controls. Suitable candidates must have proven inventory management experience and be ready to start immediately.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Inventory / Stock Controller.
• Solid background within the manufacturing industry.
• Ability to analyse processes and identify discrepancies and risks.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Must be immediately available.

Responsibilities

• Analyse inventory and manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Identify variances, risks and key areas of concern.
• Ensure accurate inventory tracking and reporting.
• Support process enhancements and strengthen controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Job description

We are currently assisting a client based in Johannesburg South in their search for an immediately available Inventory Controller to join them on a 3-month fixed-term inventory assignment.

This opportunity is well suited to a detail-oriented professional with strong systems and analytical skills, particularly within a manufacturing environment, who can step in and add immediate value.

Key responsibilities:

• Analyse inventory and manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
• Identify variances, risks and key areas of concern
• Ensure accurate inventory tracking and reporting
• Support process enhancements and strengthen controls

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Inventory / Stock Controller
• Solid background within the manufacturing industry
• Ability to analyse processes and identify discrepancies and risks
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• Must be immediately available

Contract: 3-month project

Location: Johannesburg South (office-based)