Inventory Management Specialist

Placements24; Upington; Hybride; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Flexible hours

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Inventory Management Specialist for a fully remote role. You will optimize stock levels, improve inventory accuracy, and implement best practices across multiple facilities while collaborating with procurement, operations, and sales teams.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in inventory management, strong WMS/ERP experience, and advanced Excel/SQL skills. Occasional travel to the Northern Cape region may be required for audits and strategy meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years in inventory management, preferably multi-site.
• Extensive experience with WMS and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• APICS CPIM certification an advantage.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement inventory strategies to optimize stock levels and costs.
• Ensure data accuracy across multiple warehouses using WMS/ERP tools.
• Analyze turnover, aging, and demand forecasting to identify trends.
• Design cycle counting programs and reconcile physical vs system inventory.
• Define KPIs for accuracy, efficiency, and cost; monitor and report.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales to align strategies.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and propose actions.
• Document inventory processes and train junior staff.

Connaissances

WMS proficiency

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

SQL

Forecasting

Multi-site inventory

Analytics

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics

APICS CPIM certification (advantage)

Outils

WMS

ERP software

Excel advanced

SQL queries

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic force in the Logistics & Warehousing sector, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Inventory Management Specialist to join their remote team. This crucial role focuses on optimizing inventory levels, enhancing inventory accuracy, and implementing best practices across all managed facilities. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of inventory control methodologies, sophisticated analytical skills, and proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP solutions. This fully remote position offers the ultimate flexibility for professionals seeking to leverage their expertise from anywhere. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and profitability of our client's inventory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels, reduce carrying costs, and improve service levels.
• Oversee and ensure the accuracy of inventory data across multiple warehouse locations using WMS and ERP systems.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of inventory turnover, stock aging, and demand forecasting to identify trends and potential issues.
• Design and implement robust cycle counting programs and ensure accurate reconciliation of physical vs. system inventory.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, efficiency, and cost.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales teams to align inventory strategies with business objectives.
• Identify and manage slow-moving, obsolete, or at-risk inventory, recommending appropriate disposition strategies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of inventory processes and procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff on best practices in inventory management.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to inventory systems and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in inventory management, preferably in a multi-site environment.
• Extensive experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Demonstrated expertise in inventory control techniques, demand planning, and forecasting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders remotely.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a fully remote setting.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel, SQL, or other data analysis tools is highly desirable.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM) are a significant advantage.
• This role is fully remote, however, periodic travel may be required to facilities in the Northern Cape region (including areas near Upington ) for audits and strategy meetings.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary, a fully remote work arrangement, and excellent opportunities for professional growth within the Logistics & Warehousing industry.
• Employees benefit from comprehensive health insurance, a generous retirement fund, and opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology.
• This role provides significant autonomy and the chance to implement impactful inventory strategies from anywhere.
• Our client is committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, supporting employees' career development and well-being.
• Additional benefits include performance-based bonuses and flexible working hours.