Inventory Controller Team Leader- Midstream

We Buy Cars: The Car Supermarket; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Inventory Controller Team Leader to oversee inventory management and lead a dedicated team. In this pivotal role, you will ensure efficient operations by optimizing inventory processes, maintaining accuracy, and fostering collaboration across departments. Your leadership will drive performance and enhance customer satisfaction. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while enjoying a competitive package that includes benefits like a provident fund and annual leave. If you're passionate about inventory control and team leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Momentum FundsAtWork Provident Fund

15 Days Annual Leave

Market Related Salary

Company Cellphone and Sim

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management and team leadership.
• Strong analytical skills to assess inventory data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of inventory controllers to achieve performance goals.
• Optimize inventory processes and ensure compliance with company policies.

Skills

Inventory Management

Team Leadership

Data Analysis

Process Optimization

Communication Skills

Tools

Inventory Control Software

Job description

Inventory Controller Team Leader Position available at our Midstream Branch.

Position Overview:

As an Inventory Controller Team Leader, you will play a critical role in managing and overseeing the inventory control activities of the organization. You will lead a team of inventory controllers, ensuring efficient and accurate management of inventory purchase orders, tracking, and reporting. Your role will involve collaborating with various departments, optimizing inventory processes, and maintaining inventory accuracy to support operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership:
   • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of inventory controllers.
   • Set clear performance goals, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
   • Foster a productive team environment.
2. Inventory Management:
   • Maintain and roll out inventory control procedures, policies, and best practices.
   • Monitor and manage inventory accuracy through regular checks, audits, and reconciliations.
   • Analyze inventory data to identify effectiveness and progress throughout the month.
3. Coordination and Communication:
   • Collaborate with branches on purchase order processes and lead times to ensure seamless inventory flow.
   • Maintain communication between controllers and branches to ensure all company procedures and rules are followed.
   • Manage branch allocations to controllers in case of shortages.
4. Process Optimization:
   • Implement measures to prevent open orders from blocking invoices.
   • Manage aftersales orders blocking admin to credit transactions.
   • Identify and address bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and suggest automation where applicable.
5. Reporting and Analysis:
   • Maintain and update completed purchase order statistics.
   • Oversee and analyze data for controllers’ effectiveness.
   • Maintain, update, and analyze open purchase order data, ensuring that open purchase orders are closed by the responsible controller.
   • Provide insights to management regarding inventory controllers' performance and recommend strategies for improvement.
6. Compliance and Documentation:
   • Manage documentation uploads according to company rules, confirming and spot-checking controller uploads.
   • Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions and other relevant documentation.
7. Training and Development:
   • Provide training to team members on inventory control processes, software, and tools.
   • Stay updated on company trends and advancements.

Package Includes:

• Momentum FundsAtWork Provident Fund
• 15 Days Annual Leave
• Market Related Salary
• Company Cellphone and Sim