Warehouse Inventory Specialist

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Paid time off

On-the-job training and development

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape seeks a meticulous Warehouse Inventory Specialist to maintain inventory accuracy in the warehouse. You will perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, manage stock levels, and ensure data accuracy in the WMS.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in inventory control, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with WMS and MS Office. This role offers growth within a growing retail distribution team in Mossel Bay.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in warehouse inventory control.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory tracking software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Monitor stock levels and report on slow-moving or obsolete inventory.
• Assist in receiving and put-away processes with correct item and quantity recording.
• Support shipping by confirming stock availability and accuracy.
• Implement and adhere to inventory control policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory management processes.
• Ensure warehouse organization/supports accurate inventory tracking.

Skills

Experience in inventory control

WMS proficiency

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

Inventory management certification (plus)

Tools

WMS software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing retail distribution company, is seeking a meticulous and organized Warehouse Inventory Specialist to join their team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This role is essential for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of inventory within the warehouse. You will be responsible for performing regular cycle counts, investigating discrepancies, managing stock levels, and ensuring that inventory data is precise and up-to-date within the company's Warehouse Management System (WMS). The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and experience in inventory control within a warehouse setting. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the efficiency of operations in Mossel Bay .

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Monitor stock levels and report on slow-moving or obsolete inventory.
• Assist in the receiving and put-away process, ensuring correct item and quantity recording.
• Support the shipping department by confirming stock availability and accuracy.
• Implement and adhere to inventory control policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in inventory management processes.
• Ensure proper organization and housekeeping within the warehouse to facilitate accurate inventory tracking.
• Collaborate with warehouse supervisors and other team members to achieve inventory accuracy goals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certification in inventory management is a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in warehouse inventory control or a similar role.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and inventory tracking software.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office (Word, Excel).
• Must be physically capable of standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 15kg in a warehouse environment in Mossel Bay, Western Cape .
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive starting salary, paid time off, and opportunities for on-the-job training and development.
• Employees benefit from a supportive team environment and the chance to grow within the company.
• This role provides stability and the opportunity to master inventory management within a growing business.
• Join our client's team in beautiful Mossel Bay .