Senior Inventory Controller — Master Stock Accuracy & Flow

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Benefits (Day-to-day)

Risk Insurance Benefits

Retirement Planning Benefits

Free EAP

Job summary

AGCO Corporation in Johannesburg seeks a Product Support and Logistics Specialist to coordinate shipping, inspections and equipment readiness at the Kestel Logistics Facility. You will manage logistics documentation and support dealer handovers, ensuring accurate records and timely actions.

The role requires 2-5 years in logistics/coordination, solid MS Office skills, and a valid driver’s license. Onsite work with travel to operational sites may be needed, supporting training and demonstrations.

Qualifications

• Diploma, degree or equivalent in supply chain, logistics or related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in logistics coordination, stock control and documentation.
• Strong computer literacy including MS Office and reporting tools.
• Understanding of agricultural equipment terminology is advantageous.
• Valid driver's license, own transport and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping shortages, damage, PDI progress and preparations to OEM standards.
• Review inspections, track readiness actions and address missing/damaged items.
• Prepare machines with accessories and parts to ensure readiness.
• Support part supply by removing items in shortages as approved.
• Assist dealer/distributor handovers with documentation and readiness checks.
• Maintain records and provide status updates and escalation notes.
• Arrange equipment prep for training, show days and demonstrations.
• Coordinate equipment availability and shipping documentation with teams.
• Track demo/training units and document follow-up actions.
• Inspect incoming equipment condition and document issues.
• Support stock-takes, warehousing and safe storage practices.
• Ensure shipment readiness in line with SOPs and release requirements.
• Verify equipment, attachments, keys, manuals and documents before dispatch.

Skills

Diploma/degree in supply chain

2-5 years logistics experience

MS Office proficiency

Documentation management

Willingness to travel

Education

Relevant diploma, degree or equivalent in supply chain or logistics

Tools

MS Office

Electronic checklists

Job description

Product Support and Logistics Specialist

Johannesburg AGCO Corporation

Posted today

Job Description

Product Support and Logistics Specialist
Date: Oct 13, 2026
Location: Johannesburg, ZA
Workplace Type: Onsite
Employment Duration: Permanent
Do you want to help solve the world's most pressing challenges? Feeding the world's growing population and slowing climate change are two of the world's greatest challenges. AGCO is a part of the solution! Join us to make your contribution.
Our Marketing team is committed to excellence, delivering industry-leading products and services efficiently and cost-effectively.

We are seeking a Product Support and Logistics Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will primarily be based at the Kestel Logistics Facility in Bethlehem / Kestel. This role coordinates product readiness, logistics administration, equipment documentation and stakeholder support for units at the Kestel Logistics Facility. Working under moderate guidance from the on-site Product Support Specialist, the role analyzes equipment status, manages preparation priorities, maintains accurate records and supports professional handover to dealers and distributors.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate shipping shortages, transport damage, PDI progress, accessories and equipment preparation to meet OEM standards.
• Review arrival inspections and documentation, track readiness actions and amplify missing, damaged or non-compliant items.
• Prepare and fit machines with accessories, missing parts and or replace damaged parts to ensure machine readiness.
• Strip machines of parts or accessories to support part supply shortages as approved and deemed necessary.
• Support dealer and distributor handovers by confirming documentation, cleaning of equipment, readiness checks and release requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear status updates and escalation notes to support timely decisions.
• Coordinate equipment preparation for training, show days, field days and demonstrations.
• Liaise with relevant teams and providers to confirm equipment availability, site readiness and shipping documentation.
• Track return, condition and storage of demo or training units and document follow-up actions.
• Inspect and document incoming equipment condition, including damage, missing items, specification, cleanliness and overall condition.
• Support stock-takes, reconciliations, equipment movement, organized storage, housekeeping and safe warehousing.
• Coordinate dealer and distributor shipment readiness in line with SOPs, documentation and release requirements.
• Maintain supporting records and verify equipment, attachments, keys, manuals, loose parts and documents before dispatch.
• Apply site health and safety procedures around machinery, tools, transport equipment and warehouse operations.
• Promote accurate reporting of hazards, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions, and communicate follow-up actions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, logistics providers and dealer or distributor contacts to support changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Relevant diploma, degree or equivalent work experience in supply chain, logistics, administration, agricultural mechanization, product support or related discipline.
• 2 - 5 years of working knowledge and experience in own discipline, with exposure to equipment assembly and readiness, logistics coordination, stock control, documentation management or dealer support operations.
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office, electronic checklists, stock records, reporting tools, photographs and document control.
• Understanding agricultural equipment or machinery terminology would be advantageous, but the role is primarily focused on professional coordination, analysis, documentation and process support.
• Valid driver's license, own transport and willingness to travel when operationally required.
• Role is based at the Kestel Logistics Facility and requires regular coordination across office, warehouse and equipment storage environments.
• May require site walks, equipment inspections, documentation checks, interaction with logistics providers and exposure to warehouse or outdoor conditions.
• Flexibility required to support training days, show days, demonstration events and urgent dealer or distributor dispatch priorities.

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits (Day-to-day & Major medical care needs)
• Risk Insurance Benefits (Disability, Life Cover, etc.)
• Retirement Planning Benefits
• Free Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP)