Stores / Inventory Manager

Network Finance; Potchefstroom; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance represents a leading mining group in the North West seeking an experienced Stores & Inventory Manager to own the stores function and ensure accurate inventory, budget adherence and timely material availability for production.

You will lead a hands-on team, drive improvements, and implement robust inventory controls in a fast-paced operation, aligning with safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in supply chain, operations or engineering preferred.
• 5–10 years in a stores/inventory role in mining or heavy industry.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage stores and inventory function
• Control stock levels, consumables and inventory accuracy
• Oversee purchasing, receiving and issuing of stock
• Manage goods receipts and stock movements
• Drive inventory planning and budget control
• Monitor stock variances and improve inventory processes
• Lead and develop the stores team
• Ensure compliance with procedures and inventory controls

Skills

Leadership

Inventory mgmt

Sage

Analytical skills

Mining experience

Budgeting

Team management

Education

Relevant degree preferred

Tools

Sage

Job description

Our client is a leading mining conglomerate operating in the North West, where operational excellence starts long before equipment reaches the mine. They're looking for an experienced Stores & Inventory Manager to take ownership of the stores function, ensuring inventory is accurately controlled, budgets are managed and materials are available when the business needs them. This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys bringing structure to complexity, leading a team and making operational improvements that have a real impact on production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage stores and inventory function
• Control stock levels, consumables and inventory accuracy
• Oversee purchasing, receiving and issuing of stock
• Manage goods receipts and stock movements
• Drive inventory planning and budget control
• Monitor stock variances and improve inventory processes
• Lead and develop the stores team
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and inventory controls

Job Experience and Skills:

• Relevant Degree preferred
• 5 to 10 years' experience in a similar role
• Mining industry experience is essential
• Proven management and leadership experience
• Sage experience
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Able to work in a fast-paced, operational environment