Packaging Assistant

Tiger Brands; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tiger Brands in South Africa is seeking a Stock/Inventory Controller to manage the receipt, storage and issuing of packaging materials to support production. The role requires maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring stock availability.

You will perform stock counts, investigate variances and coordinate replenishment while upholding FIFO principles, storage discipline, safety and quality standards. Growth opportunities exist within our FMCG group.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing warehousing.
• Knowledge of FIFO and stock rotation is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate stock records.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect packaging materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory transactions.
• Issue packaging materials to production as required.
• Conduct stock counts and investigate variances.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment.
• Ensure FIFO stock rotation and proper storage practices.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety, and quality standards.
• Prepare inventory and stock movement reports.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

FIFO

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP system

Inventory software

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! Job Purpose: Manage the receipt, storage, and issuing of packaging materials to support production while maintaining accurate inventory records and stock availability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and inspect packaging materials.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory transactions.
• Issue packaging materials to production as required.
• Conduct stock counts and investigate variances.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate replenishment.
• Ensure FIFO stock rotation and proper storage practices.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety, and quality standards.
• Prepare inventory and stock movement reports.

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

Tiger Brands is proudly Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). We impact lives every day with our iconic, award-winning brands. Our core business is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of everyday branded food and beverages. Our products are relevant across every meal occasion and are well positioned to grow. Being a food company means we’re an intimate part of everybody's daily lives and that’s why we get loud and proud about exploring further, roaring louder and growing together. We aim to Ignite Your Career, Grow our brands and our business. If you are looking for an exciting career in a multinational FMCG business, then Tiger Brands is the place for you to work and play.

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