273 Inventory Manager jobs in South Africa

Detail:The successful candidate's duty is to ensure that our inventory levels are accurately maintained, organized and replenished to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the company's refrigeration/parts inventory across the multiple branches in SA
• Implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Analyze and forecast inventory levels based on historical sales data and forecasted demand.
• Plan and coordinate inventory purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effective management.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to assess product demand and availability.
• Regularly assess inventory for obsolete and slow-moving items, and develop strategies for their liquidation and/or disposal.
• Monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely deliveries and meet customer demands.
• Resolve any inventory discrepancies and ensure inventory and system records are in agreement.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Develop, implement, and manage systems to evaluate, monitor and improve efficiency of the inventory system.

• Proven experience as an Inventory Manager or similar role.
• Syspro system knowledge
• Proficiency in inventory management software and platforms.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis, forecasting methods, and inventory management systems.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Superior problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration products is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

A vacancy exists for an Inventory Manager based at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital , reporting to the Pharmacy Manager . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the Pharmacy services within the hospital environment by ensuring that the quality pharmaceutical services, financial objectives, legislative compliance, and people management requirements are achieved to the required standards.

Critical Outputs

1. Effective medication safety management

• Report 100% of inventory incidents and develop and implement remedial actions as appropriate.
• Complete trends analysis with relevant actions quarterly together with Pharmacy Manager.
• Report 100% of pharmacy alerts and develop and implement remedial action and complete a trends analysis quarterly.

• Participate in the implementation and compliance to LHC Quality management systems.
• Ensure compliance with SAPC, DOH, and LHC legal and professional standards.
• Achieve required customer service levels in theatre and wards.
• Implement customer satisfaction and pharmacy quality initiatives.

• Participate in achieving hospital budgeted financial measures relating to pharmacy.

• Participate in the active management of cost of sales of pharmaceuticals in line with revenue and budget.
• Build effective working relationships with doctors.

• Participate in achieving stock targets.
• Achieve optimal system utilisation.

• Recruit, retain, motivate, and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in the team.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or diploma, e.g., BCOMM, B Pharm, or relevant Logistics/Supply chain tertiary qualification.
• Knowledge of SAP Materials Management system is advantageous.
• Management experience within an inventory management/logistics environment or relevant pharmacy experience.
• People management experience is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with patients, doctors, hospital staff, and suppliers.
• Basic financial and numeric skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Driver's license and ability to travel.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis, and judgment.
• Attention to detail.
• Resilience.
• Motivating and developing people.
• Engaging diversity.
• Verbal & written communication skills.
• Influencing skills.
• Building relationships.
• Customer responsiveness.
• Organisational awareness.
• Excellence orientation.
• Ethical behaviour.
• Action orientation.

Email:

Closing date: Thursday, July 10, 2025

Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager prior to applying. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

M24 Logistics, a division of the Takealot Group, is looking for a suitably qualified and experienced Inventory Manager to join our Cape Town-based team. We are a renowned e-commerce logistics partner specialising in B2B and B2C warehousing and fulfilment solutions to the local and African markets.

This position will report to the DC General Manager .

Role overview

In this pivotal role, you will oversee all outbound inventory operations, ensuring precision, operational excellence, and timely delivery of products to our valued customers. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.

The requirements for the role are:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related discipline
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in outbound inventory management within the logistics sector
• Demonstrated track record of process optimization and results-driven performance
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong business acumen
• Outstanding leadership capabilities with proven team management experience
• Superior organizational skills and creative problem-solving aptitude
• Advanced proficiency with inventory management software and systems
• Strong analytical mindset with expertise in data analysis and reporting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of inventory control methodologies, logistics operations, and supply chain best practices
  
  

We are looking to recruit an Inventory Manager to work within our Group Finance department. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the Group Financial Reporting Manager.

To ensure accurate valuation and reporting on all inventory within the Retail Brands in accordance with IFRS and Group Requirements.

Job Objectives:

1. To ensure that the Inventory Department reports according to set deadlines.
2. To ensure the accurate valuation of Inventory for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
3. To ensure the accurate valuation of Shrinkage for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
4. To performance manage and develop staff within the Inventory Team.
5. To provide Inventory specific financial information as required by the retail brands.
6. To ensure the accurate reporting of Cellular Transactions for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
7. Provide coaching and mentorship for future development of team members.
8. Deciding and Initiating Action.
9. Leading and Supervising.
10. Adhering to Principles and Values.
11. Analysing.
12. Planning and Organising.
13. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.
14. Following Instructions and Procedures.
15. Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.

1. B.Com Accounting Degree with Major Subjects Accounting 3 (essential).
2. B.Com Honours in Related Subjects (desirable).
3. 1 to 3 Years Accountant with Inventory Management experience (essential).
4. Exposure to retail operations and stock movement (desirable).
5. Material management integration with reporting (desirable).
6. SAP MMS integration understanding (desirable).

1. Knowledge of Group Accounting Methodology and Principles.
2. Knowledge of Inventory Accounting.
3. Knowledge of IFRS.
4. Knowledge of Staff Development Principles.
5. Knowledge of Perpetual and Periodic Stock Valuation System.
6. Knowledge of Operational Inventory movement and methodologies.
7. Knowledge of Performance Management Principles.

1. Communication and report writing skills.
2. Analysing and diagnosing skills.
3. Negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Inventory Manager

Introduction

A vacancy exists for an Inventory Manager , reporting to the Pharmacy Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the supply chain and inventory throughout the hospital, ensuring that stock related standards, objectives and targets are met.

Critical Outputs

Effective product management

• Drive purchasing in line with standardized procurement agreements to reduce cost of care.
• Active management of cost of sales of surgical stock in line with budget.
• Build effective working relationships with nursing staff and doctors as key stakeholders.

Effective asset management

• Drive surgical stock management in the hospital actively to achieve targets and ensure security of stock.
• Ensure optimal management of consignment and loan stock and related controls and processes.
• Drive optimal system utilization.

Effective financial management

• Ensure the procedure to the pay process relating to surgical stock is aligned to company best practice.
• Participate in achieving hospital budgeted financial measures relating to stock.

Effective QMS and stock safety management

• Report 100% of inventory incidents and develop and implement remedial actions as appropriate.
• Complete trends analysis with relevant actions quarterly together with Pharmacy Manager.
• Report 100% of pharmacy stock alerts and develop and implement remedial action and complete a trends analysis quarterly.
• Participate in the LHC Quality Management Systems process to ensure continuous improvement. Identify and implement customer satisfaction and quality initiatives to enhance service levels.

Effective people management

• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in the team.

Requirements

• Gr 12 National Certificate
• Degree or diploma in relevant field is a requirement
• A working knowledge of the SAP Materials Management system is advantageous.
• Knowledge of inventory control processes, procedures and practices.
• Experience in a management role within an inventory management/logistics environment.
• People management experience is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as effective working relationships with patients, doctors, hospital staff and suppliers are critical.
• Sound financial and numeric skills and business acumen.
• Computer proficiency
• Drivers license and ability to travel

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Motivating and developing people
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Action orientation

Inventory Control Manager 

We’re looking for an Inventory Control Manager to join our fast-paced, high-energy team in Germiston. If you're a master of multitasking, a lover of checklists, and someone who thrives on structure and systems — this one’s for you!

You’ll be the go-to person to keep our warehouse operations running like a well-oiled machine. From stock receiving to order fulfilment, your planning skills and eye for detail will make sure everything lands where it should, when it should. If chaos makes you cringe and spreadsheets make you smile — keep reading.

Your Mission:

- Manage the flow of stock from arrival to dispatch like a total boss.
- Keep all our processes ticking with precision, timing, and a bit of flair.
- Double-check stock, inspect incoming shipments, and make sure every detail is perfect.
- Sort, prioritise, and oversee timely fulfilment of all customer orders.
- Coordinate internal stock movements and keep it all flowing smoothly.
- Work closely with our Customer Care Manager to stay ahead of customer queries and updates.

Skills You Bring to the Table:

- You don’t just use Excel, you own it.
- Your paperwork is always on point.
- Communication is your superpower — written or verbal.
- You care about the experience, and it shows.
- You think fast, act smart, and always find a way.
- Cool under pressure and skilled at diffusing the drama.
- Planning and prioritising? Nailed it.

Your Toolkit:

- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
- 3+ years of experience in a similar role

What we offer:

- Vacay Like a Rockstar: Beyond the regular leave, we've got Bonus Days and Me Days – because you deserve extra time off to recharge, rock out, and handle personal stuff without dipping into your annual leave stash.

- Discount Delight: Get ready for some serious savings! We've got exclusive employee discounts on our site, our way of saying "Thanks for being awesome!"

- Anniversary Bonanza: Loyalty deserves a reward! Our anniversary gifts grow in epicness as your time with Runway increases – because we're in it for the long haul together.

- Party Time, Excellent!: We keep the vibes high with social events and activities sprinkled throughout the year. It's not just work; it's a celebration of the fantastic team we've got!

Ready to make waves and see the results of your hard work? Join us in Germiston and let's take this journey together! 

MyRunway is committed to transformation and redressing of past inequalities. Our employment equity goals will be taken into account in our selection process.

Thanks so much for your interest in MyRunway! We’re lucky to receive a lot of applications, and while we try to respond to everyone, if you don’t hear back from us within two weeks, it means we’ve moved forward with other candidates. We truly appreciate you taking the time to apply!

A vacancy exists for an Inventory Manager based at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital , reporting to the Pharmacy Manager . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the Pharmacy services within the hospital environment by ensuring that the quality pharmaceutical services, financial objectives, legislative compliance, and people management requirements are achieved to the required standards.

Critical Outputs

1. Effective medication safety management

• Report 100% of inventory incidents and develop and implement remedial actions as appropriate.
• Complete trends analysis with relevant actions quarterly together with Pharmacy Manager.
• Report 100% of pharmacy alerts and develop and implement remedial action and complete a trends analysis quarterly.

• Effective quality management systems

• Participate in the implementation and compliance to LHC Quality management systems.
• Ensure compliance with SAPC, DOH, and LHC legal and professional standards.
• Achieve required customer service levels in theatre and wards.
• Implement customer satisfaction and pharmacy quality initiatives.

• Effective financial management

• Participate in achieving hospital budgeted financial measures relating to pharmacy.

• Effective product management

• Participate in the active management of cost of sales of pharmaceuticals in line with revenue and budget.
• Build effective working relationships with doctors.

• Effective asset management

• Participate in achieving stock targets.
• Achieve optimal system utilisation.

• Effective people management

• Recruit, retain, motivate, and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in the team.

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or diploma, e.g., BCOMM, B Pharm, or relevant Logistics/Supply chain tertiary qualification.
• Knowledge of SAP Materials Management system is advantageous.
• Management experience within an inventory management/logistics environment or relevant pharmacy experience.
• People management experience is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for working with patients, doctors, hospital staff, and suppliers.
• Basic financial and numeric skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Driver's license and ability to travel.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis, and judgment.
• Attention to detail.
• Resilience.
• Motivating and developing people.
• Engaging diversity.
• Verbal & written communication skills.
• Influencing skills.
• Building relationships.
• Customer responsiveness.
• Organisational awareness.
• Excellence orientation.
• Ethical behaviour.
• Action orientation.

Email:

Closing date: Thursday, July 10, 2025

Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager prior to applying. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are looking to recruit an Inventory Manager to work within our Group Finance department. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the Group Financial Reporting Manager.

To ensure accurate valuation and reporting on all inventory within the Retail Brands in accordance with IFRS and Group Requirements.

Job Objectives:

1. To ensure that the Inventory Department reports according to set deadlines.
2. To ensure the accurate valuation of Inventory for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
3. To ensure the accurate valuation of Shrinkage for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
4. To performance manage and develop staff within the Inventory Team.
5. To provide Inventory specific financial information as required by the retail brands.
6. To ensure the accurate reporting of Cellular Transactions for all retail brands in accordance with IFRS.
7. Provide coaching and mentorship for future development of team members.
8. Deciding and Initiating Action.
9. Leading and Supervising.
10. Adhering to Principles and Values.
11. Analysing.
12. Planning and Organising.
13. Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations.
14. Following Instructions and Procedures.
15. Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking.

1. B.Com Accounting Degree with Major Subjects Accounting 3 (essential).
2. B.Com Honours in Related Subjects (desirable).
3. 1 to 3 Years Accountant with Inventory Management experience (essential).
4. Exposure to retail operations and stock movement (desirable).
5. Material management integration with reporting (desirable).
6. SAP MMS integration understanding (desirable).

1. Knowledge of Group Accounting Methodology and Principles.
2. Knowledge of Inventory Accounting.
3. Knowledge of IFRS.
4. Knowledge of Staff Development Principles.
5. Knowledge of Perpetual and Periodic Stock Valuation System.
6. Knowledge of Operational Inventory movement and methodologies.
7. Knowledge of Performance Management Principles.

1. Communication and report writing skills.
2. Analysing and diagnosing skills.
3. Negotiation and interpersonal skills.

Detail:The successful candidate's duty is to ensure that our inventory levels are accurately maintained, organized and replenished to meet customer needs. Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the company's refrigeration/parts inventory across the multiple branches in SA
• Implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Analyze and forecast inventory levels based on historical sales data and forecasted demand.
• Plan and coordinate inventory purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effective management.
• Collaborate with the sales and customer service teams to assess product demand and availability.
• Regularly assess inventory for obsolete and slow-moving items, and develop strategies for their liquidation and/or disposal.
• Monitor delivery schedules to ensure timely deliveries and meet customer demands.
• Resolve any inventory discrepancies and ensure inventory and system records are in agreement.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Develop, implement, and manage systems to evaluate, monitor and improve efficiency of the inventory system.

• Proven experience as an Inventory Manager or similar role.
• Syspro system knowledge
• Proficiency in inventory management software and platforms.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis, forecasting methods, and inventory management systems.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Superior problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration products is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment