Inventory Specialist - Remote

Placements24; Komani; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Data-driven environment

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Inventory Specialist to manage and optimize inventory across the network from a remote workspace. You will maintain accurate records, conduct cycle counts, forecast demand, and collaborate with procurement to ensure timely stock replenishment.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, cost reduction, and a proactive approach to minimizing stockouts and overstock situations, with comprehensive health and retirement benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience as Inventory Specialist/Controller or similar.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong communication with different departments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and real-time inventory records across all systems and locations.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to ensure data integrity.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize stock levels.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on key inventory performance indicators (KPIs).

Skills

Inventory control

Analytical skills

ERP software

Remote work capability

Communication

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and analytical Inventory Specialist to manage and optimize inventory across their network, working remotely and supporting operations from Queenstown . This role involves ensuring inventory accuracy, managing stock levels, and implementing strategies to minimize costs and prevent stockouts or overstock situations. You will be integral to the efficiency of our logistics and warehousing functions by providing critical insights and maintaining precise inventory data from your remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and real-time inventory records across all systems and locations.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits to ensure data integrity.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize stock levels.
• Develop and implement strategies to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and report on key inventory performance indicators (KPIs).

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Inventory Specialist , Inventory Controller, or similar role.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with different departments.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and learning.
• A data-driven environment focused on continuous improvement.