Inventory Management Specialist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & retirement benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work environment

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Management Specialist for our Kimberley operations. The role focuses on maintaining optimal stock levels, reducing carrying costs, and ensuring material availability for production.

You will oversee inventory accuracy, implement robust tracking, and collaborate with procurement and production to forecast demand and manage stock flow. The position requires a hybrid work setup with on-site inventory management complemented by remote analytical

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management, warehousing, or a related supply chain role.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Implement and monitor inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and losses.
• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand, identify trends, and optimize stock levels.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely replenishment of stock and manage supplier lead times.
• Identify and implement process improvements for inventory management systems and procedures.

Skills

Inventory management

ERP systems

Cycle counts

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP software

Excel

Job description

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Inventory Management Specialist to join their operations team in Kimberley . This role is essential for maintaining optimal stock levels, minimizing carrying costs, and ensuring the availability of materials required for production. You will be responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy, implementing robust tracking systems, and collaborating with procurement and production teams to forecast demand and manage stock flow. This hybrid role requires on-site management of inventory processes combined with remote analytical tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Implement and monitor inventory control procedures to minimize discrepancies and losses.
• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand, identify trends, and optimize stock levels.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely replenishment of stock and manage supplier lead times.
• Identify and implement process improvements for inventory management systems and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory management , warehousing, or a related supply chain role.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to perform physical counts and manage warehouse organization.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in supply chain management.
• A structured hybrid work environment.
• Team-building activities and a collaborative work culture.