Retail Inventory Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Professional development

Employee discounts

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a meticulous Retail Inventory Specialist to join our client’s team. You will conduct counts, resolve discrepancies, and optimize stock levels to ensure product availability across stores. This role demands strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and collaboration with purchasing.

We offer opportunities for professional development and employee discounts, with a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management or a similar retail role.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and techniques.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular physical and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical stock and system records.
• Monitor stock levels and collaborate with purchasing for optimal availability.
• Implement and maintain inventory management best practices and procedures.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Assist in managing stock transfers and returns.

Skills

Inventory management

Retail experience

ERP software

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Inventory software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Retail Inventory Specialist to join their team in Sandton . This role is essential for maintaining accurate inventory records, managing stock levels, and optimizing inventory control processes across their stores. You will play a key role in ensuring product availability, reducing stock discrepancies, and supporting efficient store operations. This position offers a great opportunity for an individual with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for operational efficiency within the dynamic retail environment of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with purchasing to ensure optimal stock availability.
• Implement and maintain inventory management best practices and procedures.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, potential risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Assist in the management of stock transfers and returns.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory management or a similar role within retail.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and techniques.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance incentives.
• Opportunities for professional development in inventory management.
• Employee discounts on merchandise.
• A key role in ensuring operational efficiency in Sandton .
• Supportive work environment focused on continuous improvement.