Remote Retail Inventory Manager

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan options

Professional development opportunities

Opportunity to lead inventory strategy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Retail Inventory Manager to oversee inventory across the retail network. This fully remote role requires extensive experience in forecasting, inventory systems, and cross-functional coordination to optimize stock levels and profitability.

The ideal candidate will lead remote teams, analyze data to forecast needs, and collaborate with purchasing, sales, and logistics to minimize stockouts and overstock while controlling costs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in retail inventory management or supply chain management.
• Proven expertise in inventory control systems, forecasting techniques, and demand planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency with SAP, Oracle, NetSuite and MS Excel.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies and policies.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory control including ordering, receiving, storage, and stocktaking.
• Utilize inventory management software to track stock levels and movement.
• Analyze sales data and forecast future inventory needs to optimize stock levels.
• Identify and address discrepancies, stockouts, and overstock situations proactively.
• Collaborate with purchasing, sales, and logistics teams to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
• Implement strategies to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste.
• Monitor KPIs and report on findings.
• Ensure compliance with company inventory procedures and safety standards.
• Recommend and implement improvements to inventory management processes and systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Remote work experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and experienced Remote Retail Inventory Manager to oversee and optimize inventory levels across their entire retail network. This is a fully remote position, requiring a skilled professional with extensive experience in inventory management systems, forecasting, and supply chain coordination. You will be responsible for ensuring optimal stock availability, minimizing stockouts and overstock situations, and driving inventory efficiency to support sales and profitability. This role is critical for maintaining the financial health and operational smoothness of the business, managing complex inventory strategies from a remote location that supports operations across regions like North West . The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses strong analytical capabilities, and excels in a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective inventory management strategies and policies.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory control, including ordering, receiving, storage, and stocktaking.
• Utilize inventory management software and systems to track stock levels and movement.
• Analyze sales data and forecast future inventory needs to optimize stock levels.
• Identify and address discrepancies, stockouts, and overstock situations proactively.
• Collaborate with purchasing, sales, and logistics teams to ensure efficient supply chain operations.
• Implement strategies to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste.
• Monitor key inventory performance indicators (KPIs) and report on findings.
• Ensure compliance with company inventory procedures and safety standards.
• Recommend and implement improvements to inventory management processes and systems.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in retail inventory management or supply chain management.
• Proven expertise in inventory control systems, forecasting techniques, and demand planning.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and MS Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Excellent understanding of supply chain dynamics and logistics.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage remote teams/projects effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience with e-commerce inventory management is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and full remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Professional development and certification opportunities.
• Opportunity to lead inventory strategy for a growing retail company.
• A collaborative and results‑driven virtual work environment.