311 Inventory Controller jobs in South Africa

To manage the TRADE and NON-TRADE system integrity and financial stock, including movement reporting.

1. Accountable for resolving non-trade stock queries with relevant stakeholders (Non-Trade Payables, Procurement, RED, Gift Card, Head Office Facilities such as Stationery, Dining Room, Hairdresser, ITS, and Special Occasions).
2. Understand end-to-end technical processes for non-trade stock.
3. Communicate with BUFMs regarding non-trade stock and gross profit inventory adjustments.
4. Reconcile Non-Trade stock balance sheet accounts (RED, Gift Card, Head Office Facilities, stock accruals).
5. Operational and financial responsibility for Non-Trade stocktakes of warehouses, including capturing, approval, and reporting.
6. Reconcile stock ledger with records at outsourced stock locations.
7. Ensure manufacturer charges are accurate and adjusted against stock.
8. Accurately cost RED imported Non-trade stock, including additional charges like freight and duty.
9. Process miscellaneous transactions such as receipt and issuance of stock per BU requests.
10. Maintain records of all gift cards issued to stores, head office, and external corporates.
11. Process monthly billing related to gift card stock issued and service charges (courier, management fees).
12. Reconcile gift card stock ledger with records at Crossgate and ensure manufacturer charges are accurate.
13. Manage first receipt of Red Imported Non-Trade stock and coordinate with Finance Imports Team for payments.
14. Calculate costing profit/loss and file RED shipment documentation.
15. Meet with stakeholders for shipment closure.
16. Reconcile WIP Special Occasions account and process adjustments for billing recovery from suppliers.
17. Ensure non-trade stock is properly aged for provisions.
18. Contribute to finance policies, principles, and procedures.
19. Train stakeholders to understand finance requirements across departments for non-trade.
20. Work with Business Systems Analyst to communicate business requirements for system development.
21. Assist in analyzing process changes, risks, and communication needs.
22. Report on status, issues, and risks.
23. Reconcile Division 5 stock clearing and control accounts and compile stock rollforwards.
24. Liaise with auditors.

• Understand and apply IFRS and financial accounting principles.
• Proficient in handling complex finance IT systems and large transaction volumes.
• Apply accounting knowledge to identify financial risks and exposures.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with reporting tools such as Oracle, QlikView, Cognos.
• Numeric proficiency.
• Minimum 1 year of reconciliation experience.

• B. Comm. (Accounting) or BTech (3-year).
• 2-3 years of experience in accounting or finance environment.

• Problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to high-quality standards.
• Accurate work with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Job category: Others: Transport and Logistics

Location: Durban

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: Yes

A position has become available for an Inventory Controller (Perishables) to join our dynamic team.

To monitor, control and manage all inventory disciplines, whilst ensuring effective shrinkage control as per SPAR BOP’s.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Lead and manage the department on a daily basis.
2. Compile and analyse daily inventory reports.
3. Ensure cancel lines and picking exception targets are achieved.
4. Manage stock rotation and liaise with Marketing on stock items about to expire.
5. Manage and monitor shrinkage by conducting stock checks.
6. Investigate lost and misallocated stock.
7. Ensure that damages are removed and adjusted timeously on the computer system.
8. Assist with SAP system QA testing for developments relating to Operations.
9. Manage putaways, replenishments and full pallet picks/letdowns.
10. Drive SAP system hygiene and clear all virtual bins.
11. Monitor and resolve qRFC queues on the EWM system.
12. Ensure that all product items on EWM Master data are maintained.
13. Assist in all Inbound functions as and when required.
14. Maintain a high standard of housekeeping and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
15. Conduct daily team meetings and manage staff performance through ROI.
16. Conduct grievance and disciplinary procedures when required.
17. Facilitate team development through the TNA process.
18. Manage staff attendance and absenteeism.
19. Process staff timecards on the computer system.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric certificate.
• Tertiary qualification in Logistics/Supply Chain advantageous.
• Knowledge of Warehouse Systems essential.
• Computer literacy and SAP (ERP and EWM) knowledge essential.
• Ability to function effectively within a team environment.
• Willingness to work overtime, and flexibility when required.
• Accuracy and attention to details.
• Self-starter and ability to work under pressure.
• Must be methodical, pro-active and accurate.
• Sound leadership skills.

Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly.

We are looking for an experienced Inventory Controller to join the Pest Control and Hygiene Division in Cape Town. The Inventory Controller will be responsible for managing and optimizing the inventory control processes. This role ensures effective stock management, issuing of stock, coordination with suppliers, accurate stock receipt, and alignment with company policies to support overall operational efficiency and company objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Ordering of stock 

• Ensure timeous ordering of monthly consumable stock required for both Pest Control & Hygiene to service client base. 
• Ensure timeous ordering of Pest Control and Hygiene equipment within 48 hours of client signing agreement/contract to ensure turnaround times for installations.
• Ensure all POs are up to date and actioned within 24 hours 
• Ensure 3 quotes are requested for new stock items when required 
• Place all orders for the Division (PPE, Equipment, Branding etc – customer specific orders) 
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Issuing of Stock

• New stock requisitions to be received monthly 
• Manage the issuing and scanning out of stock to the Pest Control and Hygiene Technicians in accordance with approved stock requisitions 
• Ensure all colleagues sign for receipt of new equipment and PPE issued 

Stock Taking

• Compare Granite barcodes to physical item and bin location  
• Attend and record stock takes monthly. 
• Investigate and explain all variances to the relevant management.
• Submit approved variances to Finance for capturing 
• Manage and conduct Van stock takes at month end, with the assistance of the Service Managers 

Stock Management

• Manage stocking according to FIFO principles (First-In-First-Out) to ensure that older stock is used before newer stock, minimizing waste and obsolescence.

Receipting of stock

• Ensure stock received is in accordance with supplier invoices 
• Immediate follow up with supplier to resolve any discrepancies
• Ensure all supplier invoices are received and authorised as per authority matrix 
• Ensure that all stock is captured onto AccPac and Granite, using the correct Stock item code and warehouse code. 
• Generating of barcodes and correctly labelling each item 

Supplier Management

• Ensure existing and new suppliers meet the procurement requirements as per company policies and goals e.g BEE level  
• Build partnerships with suppliers to ensure most cost-effective solutions and delivery 
• Provide new supplier account requests and documentation and submit to Branch Administrator for actioning and submission to Finance


• Matric or equivalent certificate 
• 3-5 years' experience in inventory and stock management 
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders (Admin staff, technicians, suppliers, Finance teams, Managers) 
• Proficienncy in all Microsoft programs (Words, Excel – intermediate) 
< i >Knowledge and Skill with service delivery 
• Strong organisational skills to effectively manage and prioritise workload 
• Ability to work within a team 
• Very strong written, verbal communication and numeracy skills 

The successful incumbent must have the following skillsets:

• Must be comfortable with the Ecowize culture and values.
• A strong understanding of the actions required to deliver exceptional customer service 
• High level of attention to detail – importance and awareness of the detail 
< i>Good Time Management - to ensure customer needs are met and operating within deadlines 

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