Retail Team Lead (Inventory Management)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Staff discounts

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Retail Team Lead in Klerksdorp, North West for a hybrid role focused on inventory management. You will supervise a team, manage stock levels, and optimize inventory accuracy across systems while balancing on-site leadership with remote data analysis.

The ideal candidate will bring proven retail inventory experience, prior supervisory exposure, and strong data reporting skills. This role offers hybrid work options and opportunities to advance within the organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in retail with a significant focus on inventory management or stock control.
• Previous experience in a team lead or supervisory role is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and POS systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze data and generate insightful reports.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work both on-site in Klerksdorp, North West, and perform remote duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of retail associates, focusing on inventory-related tasks.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and cycle counts.
• Ensure the accuracy of inventory data in the company's inventory management system.
• Monitor stock levels and proactively identify and address potential stockouts or overstock situations.
• Implement and enforce inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage and damage.
• Analyze inventory turnover and provide reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with the store management team to forecast inventory needs.
• Maintain organized stockroom areas, ensuring efficient storage and accessibility.
• Assist with visual merchandising as needed, ensuring product availability for displays.
• Conduct regular audits of inventory to ensure compliance with company standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Inventory software

POS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic retail chain, is seeking an organized and proactive Retail Team Lead with a strong focus on inventory management for their Klerksdorp, North West location. This hybrid role requires you to spend time both on the shop floor, leading by example, and remotely managing inventory systems and data analysis. You will be responsible for overseeing stock levels, ensuring accuracy in inventory records, and optimizing stock flow to meet customer demand and minimize loss. The ideal candidate possesses excellent organizational skills, a keen eye for detail, and experience in retail inventory control. This is an excellent opportunity to take on more responsibility and develop your leadership skills in a hybrid capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and guide a team of retail associates, focusing on inventory-related tasks.
• Oversee all aspects of inventory management, including receiving, stocking, and cycle counts.
• Ensure the accuracy of inventory data in the company's inventory management system.
• Monitor stock levels and proactively identify and address potential stockouts or overstock situations.
• Implement and enforce inventory control procedures to minimize shrinkage and damage.
• Analyze inventory turnover and provide reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with the store management team to forecast inventory needs.
• Maintain organized stockroom areas, ensuring efficient storage and accessibility.
• Assist with visual merchandising as needed, ensuring product availability for displays.
• Conduct regular audits of inventory to ensure compliance with company standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail, with a significant focus on inventory management or stock control.
• Previous experience in a team lead or supervisory role is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency with inventory management software and POS systems.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to analyze data and generate insightful reports.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to work both on-site in Klerksdorp, North West, and perform remote duties as required.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work flexible hours as business needs dictate.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model offering a balance between on-site and remote work.
• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance bonuses.
• Structured training and development programs focused on leadership and inventory management.
• Staff discounts on company products.
• Career advancement opportunities within the organization.
• Be a key player in optimizing operations for the Klerksdorp store.