Retail Inventory Specialist

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Employee discounts on merchandise

Training in inventory management best‑

Stable work environment

Impact on retail operations efficiency

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Retail Inventory Specialist to join our team in Upington. You will maintain accurate inventory records, conduct regular counts, manage stock movements, and implement best practices to minimize shrinkage.

The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail and experience with inventory management software, able to work independently or as part of a team in a dynamic retail environment. Competitive salary and employee discounts are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Inventory Specialist or in a related inventory control role.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and POS systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Process inventory adjustments, transfers, and returns accurately within the system.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming shipments, verifying quantities against purchase orders.
• Implement and maintain efficient inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage and obsolescence.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

POS systems

Time-management

Teamwork

Tools

Inventory management software

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a meticulous and dedicated Retail Inventory Specialist to join their team in Upington . This role is essential for maintaining accurate inventory records, optimizing stock levels, and minimizing discrepancies. You will be responsible for conducting regular inventory counts, managing stock movements, and implementing best practices for inventory control. The ideal candidate possesses strong attention to detail and a thorough understanding of inventory management systems to ensure product availability and reduce waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Monitor and manage stock levels, identifying and reporting discrepancies.
• Process inventory adjustments, transfers, and returns accurately within the system.
• Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming shipments, verifying quantities against purchase orders.
• Implement and maintain efficient inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage and obsolescence.

Requirements

• Previous experience as an Inventory Specialist or in a related inventory control role.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and POS systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• Opportunities for training in inventory management best practices.
• A stable and organized work environment.
• Contribution to the efficiency of retail operations.