Inventory Manager – Strydom Park, JHB

Our client is seeking an energetic, highly organized and detail-oriented Inventory Manager to oversee their inventory management, stock control, stock forecasting, procurement of raw materials, and logistics. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management and preferably experience in the manufacturing and retail sectors.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Matric and Supply Chain or Business Administration Tertiary Qualification
  • 3- 5 years experience as Inventory Manager / Stores Manager /  Stock Control Manager and Procurement, preferably in FMCG
  • Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
  • Working knowledge of inventory management software (Unleashed is preferred)
  • An analytical mind with strong math skills
  • Advanced Excel
  • Outstanding communication, negotiation and interpersonal abilities
  • Solutions driven individual
  • Excellent references
  • Own vehicle

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain inventory levels
  • Manage stock control
  • Analyze data – historical vs. present and future trends
  • Order products and inventory to meet business needs
  • Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surpluses
  • Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw material to identify potential shortages
  • Investigate and resolve inconsistencies with inventory, such as stock shortages or overages
  • Implement strategies to improve inventory life cycle and minimize inventory losses
  • Monitor safety in the workplace
  • Train, and mentor staff, and develop staff schedules
  • Coordinate with logistics providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products and raw materials
  • Manage Supplier relationships

Remuneration:

Competitive salary, with performance related bonuses

To apply, please send your CV to yvette@dixierecruitment.co.za

We will be in contact with shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements detailed above. If you have not received a reply within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

By applying, you confirm that:

  • We may retain your personal information in our database for future matching of suitable opportunities
  • We may contact you when suitable opportunities arise
  • The information you have provided to us is true, correct and up to date

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