Storeroom Manager (Newton Park - Port Elizabeth)

Techbridge Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Techbridge Recruitment is seeking a Stock Controller to manage daily storeroom operations and oversee the receipt, storage, picking and dispatch of automotive parts. You will maintain min/max stock levels, conduct cycle counts, ensure inventory accuracy, supervise warehouse staff and drivers, coordinate supplier deliveries, and drive continuous improvement while upholding health and safety standards.

This role requires sharp planning, leadership and attention to detail in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 4–6 years’ stock control experience in automotive parts.
• Experience managing storerooms or warehouses in automotive parts environment.
• Proven experience supervising warehouse personnel and delivery drivers.
• Strong inventory management, stock rotation and min/max stock planning.
• Experience coordinating supplier deliveries and stock replenishment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the storeroom and warehouse.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, picking and dispatch of automotive parts.
• Maintain accurate minimum and maximum stock levels to ensure product availability while minimising excess inventory.
• Conduct cycle counts, stock takes and investigate stock variances.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective stock control processes.
• Supervise and manage warehouse staff and delivery drivers.
• Coordinate supplier deliveries and ensure timely receipt of stock.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding stock replenishment and inventory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and warehouse best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory management

Warehouse leadership

Stock rotation

Logistics coordination

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the storeroom and warehouse.
• Oversee the receiving, storage, picking and dispatch of automotive parts.
• Maintain accurate minimum and maximum stock levels to ensure product availability while minimising excess inventory.
• Conduct cycle counts, stock takes and investigate stock variances.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through effective stock control processes.
• Supervise and manage warehouse staff and delivery drivers.
• Coordinate supplier deliveries and ensure timely receipt of stock.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding stock replenishment and inventory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards and warehouse best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• 4–6 years’ experience in stock control within the automotive parts industry is essential.
• Previous experience managing a storeroom or warehouse in an automotive parts environment.
• Proven experience managing warehouse personnel and delivery drivers.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, stock rotation and min/max stock planning.
• Experience coordinating supplier deliveries and inventory replenishment.
• Computer literate with experience using warehouse or inventory management systems.
• A valid driver’s licence will be advantageous.

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent planning, organisational and coordination abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and stock accuracy.
• Analytical with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Results-driven with a proactive approach to operational excellence.

If you have a strong background in automotive parts inventory management and are looking for your next career opportunity with a respected organisation, we invite you to apply.

Submit your updated CV today.