SAP EWM Control Tower Advisor

Anglo American / De Beers Group; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading producer of Platinum Group Metals located in Rustenburg is seeking a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to ensure efficient management of warehouse tasks and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and at least three years of experience with SAP Extended Warehouse Management systems. This role offers a competitive salary and is integral to optimizing company logistics and processes.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Diversity and inclusion environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Practical experience with transacting and controlling SAP Extended Warehouse Management interfaces.
• Advanced understanding of end-to-end warehouse processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety application and principles to ensure zero harm.
• Monitor and manage stock in warehouse operations.
• Assist warehouse manager in optimizing processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Material Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Certificate

Tools

SAP EWM

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Company Description

Valterra Platinum is the world’s leading primary producer of Platinum Group Metals (PGMs), operating across the full value chain, from resource to market. We mine the materials that make modern life possible, in ways that are safer, smarter and more responsible.

Our business is at the heart of the broader Southern African economic and social landscape and we are committed to working towards a safe, sustainable, competitive and profitable business that benefits our country, our communities, our people, and our shareholders.

If you're driven by purpose, performance and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. At Valterra, you'll be part of a team creating value that lasts—powered by curiosity, courage, and care. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Number of positions: 01

Location: RUSTENBURG - WLDC

Job Description

1. Safety: Oversee consistent application of Safety & Health principles in all discipline interactions and take personal responsibility for safety of self and others to ensure zero harm and elimination of fatalities.

2. Performance and Delivery

• Monitor and manage stuck queues in the Queue Remote Function Call (QRFC) related to receiving, put away, picking, and dispatch processes as well as difference analyzer postings.
• Monitor and manage overdue inbound and outbound deliveries, not started and partially completed.
• Monitor and manage open put away and picking task older than 24 hours.
• Monitor and manage stock located in inbound and outbound staging areas for longer than 24 hours.
• Monitor and manage all materials where the inbound warehouse indicators are incomplete.
• Monitor and manage all warehouse tasks where materials are directed to overflow areas.
• Create and manage bin locations as well as storage areas within the warehouse facility.
• Monitor and manage warehouse orders created without an RF Queue.
• Create and manage perpetual and periodic stock count warehouse orders.
• Monitor stock count warehouse order completion.
• Monitor and manage product master maintenance for pick-face replenishment relevant products.
• Support the operations with investigations into stock gains/losses on the difference analyzer.
• Monitor and manage the daily posting of stock gains/losses recorded on the difference analyzer.
• Support warehouse operators with queries and errors experienced whilst utilizing RF devices.
• Investigate and support end users with queries raised against stock holding and warehouse activities.
• Monitor and report on the overall warehouse performance through the KPI dashboard.
• Assist the warehouse manager to optimize and improve on warehouse processes and strategies.
• Monitor and clear exceptions and errors from the warehouse monitor.
• Maintain warehouse specific Master data and new product storage strategies.

3. People & Teams:

• Implement a purpose-driven, high-performing culture that is aligned with the company values, is inclusive and promotes diversity, supports engagement and fosters continuous improvement to work processes.

4. Compliance: Ensure compliance to internal and external regulatory, legislative and permitting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer science or information technology
• Material Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Certificate or equivalent (at least 1 year)

Certification: Valid EB/Code 8 Driver's license

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in Business Administration, or a related field.
• SAP EWM Certification or equivalent

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years relevant experience.
• Practical experience with transacting and controlling SAP Extended Warehouse Management interfaces.

Technical knowledge (experience) required for role:

• Advanced level understanding of end-to-end warehouse processes, both from a physical and transactional point of view.
• Experience with SAP systems, particularly in warehousing and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to optimize warehouse operations and manage logistics effectively.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and tools.
• Developing skills in materials planning and driving performance.
• Proficient skills in leading change, performance management & reporting.
• Competent skills in SC systems and processes, team management, project management and planning, technical analysis, safety knowledge, business acumen, stakeholder engagement and communication, data analytics, warehouse management, optimization.
• Expert skills in SAP EWM and related systems.
• Ability to drive or hinder team performance and collaboration.
• Demonstrate drive, determination, persistence, and commitment to apply other elements of capability work.
• Other requirements: Medical certificate of fitness and no criminal record. There could be ad hoc requirements from time to time including need to travel.

Additional Information

We are a Southern African PGM producer, marketing metals globally, with a presence across 8 regions and 17 sites. Our operations include 4 operating mines, 3 smelters, and 2 refineries, giving us full control across the Platinum Group Metals (PGM) value chain—from resource to market.

We explore, we mine, we concentrate, we smelt, we refine and we market. As a result, we have an in-depth knowledge of PGM production and markets. Using this knowledge, we invest in developing sustainable markets for PGMs, partnering directly with research institutions as well as customers in the industrial, jewellery and investment sectors.

With 3 global marketing hubs and a team of over 29,000 employees, we serve a diverse international customer base while remaining deeply rooted in Southern Africa.

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential. Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender-based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date

26 September 2025

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