Inventory Team Lead — Flexible Work Options

Medipost; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work options

Health and retirement plans

Learning and growth opportunities

Job summary

Iron Mountain in Midrand is seeking an Inventory Team Leader to oversee cycle counts, optimize stock levels, and supervise daily warehouse operations. You will ensure inventory accuracy, streamline handling processes, and maintain a safe, compliant work environment.

The ideal candidate has 3 years in logistics, with 2–3 years forklift experience, strong WMS knowledge, and proven leadership in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in logistics or distribution.
• 2–3 years of forklift operation experience.
• Strong knowledge of FIFO, stock optimization and WMS.
• Excellent data entry accuracy and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform cycle counts and reconcile records with physical stock; optimize inventory levels and prepare turnover/obsolescence reports.
• Collaborate with the warehouse team to optimize storage layouts and material handling; implement FIFO protocols.
• Ensure safety, compliance and write-off minimization; adhere to company regulations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Data entry

Team leadership

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma (logistics or related)

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Iron Mountain in Midrand is seeking an Inventory Team Leader to oversee cycle counts, optimize stock levels, and supervise daily warehouse operations. You will ensure inventory accuracy, streamline handling processes, and maintain a safe, compliant work environment.

The ideal candidate has 3 years in logistics, with 2–3 years forklift experience, strong WMS knowledge, and proven leadership in fast-paced settings.