130 Inventory Positions jobs in South Africa

Overview

Inventory Clerk position at Clicks Montague Gardens DC within the Inventory department, responsible for administering stock movements and stock adjustments to ensure physical stock balances with the system, meeting customer and scorecard requirements.

• Coordinate and maintain stock movement and balances in the section to ensure accuracy of stock.
• Accept joint responsibility for scratches and adjustments to minimize shrinkage.
• Audit stock and processes as per sectional scorecard to ensure compliance.
• Liaise with internal partners to ensure smooth section operations and meet DC requirements.
• Investigate deviations between physical and system stock and rectify where necessary.
• Adhere to statutory health and safety requirements, housekeeping standards, and internal policies to ensure compliance.
• Provide support to the picking team by ensuring required stock is in the slots to meet infill targets.
• Ensure investigations of high adjustments are completed within required time frame.
• Ensure receiving corrections are actioned accordingly.
• Action inventory reports daily and ensure DC-to-DC transfers are processed accordingly.
• Plan and adhere to the PERP and Wall to Wall stocktake schedule.
• Ensure daily slot maintenance and investigations of scratches.
• Report issues daily to the Supervisor and assist in finding solutions.
• Set clear expectations with subordinates and hold them accountable.
• Identify risks and discuss mitigation with Management.
• Verify accuracy and comprehensiveness of information received and action inventory reports daily.
• Monitor accurate stock counting by counters and investigate discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Risk Control Department on adjustments and provide recommendations.
• Liaise with inter-departmental teams and Head Office regarding queries/concerns.
• Conduct daily audits on received pallets and provide feedback to Receiving DPM.
• Adhere to systems and procedures to minimize shrinkage.
• Investigate and monitor slot accuracy to meet required targets.

• Essential: Matric
• SCM supply chain management system

• Desirable: General warehouse inventory experience
• Desirable: General understanding of stock flow in a warehouse
• Desirable: Basic materials handling knowledge

• Essential: Basic numeracy and literacy
• Essential: Written and verbal communication
• Essential: Problem solving skills
• Essential: Conflict resolution and management of conflict skills
• Essential: Attention to detail
• Essential: Able to work independently or as a team player
• Essential: PC literacy (MS Office)
• Desirable: Planning and organizing skills

• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Applying Expertise and Technology
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Overview

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.

• 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

• 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

Job Overview

Location: Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa. Reports to: Inventory Manager. Job Type: Full-time / On-site. Requirements: Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and shifts as required. Fluent in English and one or more additional languages (Zulu, Xhosa, Sotho, Pedi, Afrikaans).

The Inventory Supervisor leads the inventory team to maintain exceptional stock accuracy and operational efficiency. This role oversees all stock recorded in the ERP and Warehouse Management Systems, investigates discrepancies, and works with operations to resolve issues and prevent recurrence. The Supervisor ensures compliance with company policies, maintains organized and safe warehouse aisles, and consistently meets performance standards and KPIs set by management.

• Leadership and Team Oversight: Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Stock Champs, Checkers, Conveyor Operators, Back-to-Stock Staff, and MHE Operators
• Allocate tasks, monitor productivity, and ensure work is completed according to KPI targets and SLA requirements
• Conduct daily shift briefings, performance feedback sessions, and implement corrective actions where needed
• Ensure all staff are trained, cross-skilled, and compliant with SOPs and safety regulations
• Enforce high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation
• Inventory Control and Accuracy: Oversee empty location checks, bin verifications, aisle inspections, and cycle counts to maintain high inventory accuracy
• Manage scratch list control, stock rotation, and other inventory-related projects
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, UOM mismatches, and system-related errors
• Monitor replenishment activities, ensuring accurate stock transfers from bulk to pick locations
• Ensure replenishment triggers are functioning, and exceptions are corrected
• Operational Coordination: Ensure timely resolution of floor queries and missing stock tracers
• Oversee conveyor operations to ensure efficient movement of cartons to correct destinations
• Manage back-to-stock operations, ensuring sorted stock is returned, damaged stock is isolated, and repackaging stock is processed correctly
• Supervise MHE operations, including replenishments, put-away, sample picking, and location counts
• Maintain and monitor equipment registers for scanners, label printers, and MHE units
• Reporting and Compliance: Monitor and review daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports for all inventory activities
• Ensure compliance with OHS and company operational requirements
• Produce accurate and timely operational reports for management
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve stock accuracy

• Matric (Compulsory)
• Qualifications in Supply Chain or Logistics will be an advantage
• 3 – 5 years’ work experience preferably in a leadership role in Inventory
• Demonstrated warehouse operations and stock management experience
• Automotive or related industry experience advantageous
• Computer Literacy: MS Office
• ERP Systems
• Warehouse Management Systems

• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Assertive and confident decision-making capability
• Knowledge of warehouse safety and compliance requirements
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Demonstrated warehousing experience preferably in the Automotive and related industry
• Demonstrated supply chain management and leadership experience
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Should also possess excellent computer skills, analytical skills, presentation skills, and good people skills
• Strong problem solving ability teamed with the ability to delegate work
• Capacity to manage and maintain an effective team environment
• IR experience
• Assertiveness

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!

Inventory Manager • Johannesburg, South Africa

Overview

Clicks Montague Gardens DC is on the hunt for an exceptional Inventory Clerks to support the Inventory department by administering stock movements and stock adjustments within a specific section to ensure that physical stock within the DC balances with stock on the system, thus ensuring accurate stockholding to meet customer and scorecard requirements.

To coordinate and maintain stock movement and balances in the section to ensure accuracy of stock. To accept joint responsibility for scratches and adjustments to minimize shrinkage. To ensure efficient and accurate auditing of stock and processes as per sectional scorecard to ensure compliance. To liaise effectively with internal partners to ensure the smooth running of the section to meet DC requirements. To investigate deviations between physical and system stock to report and rectify where necessary. To adhere to statutory health and safety requirements, housekeeping standards, and all other internal policies to ensure compliance. To provide support to the picking team by ensuring that the required stock is in the slots to meet infill targets. Ensure investigations of all the high adjustments are completed within required time frame. Ensure receiving Corrections are actioned accordingly. Ensure DC to DC transfers are actioned accordingly. Plan and adhere to the PERP and Wall to Wall stocktake Schedule. To ensure that slot maintenance is done daily and investigations of Scratches. Feedback daily to the Supervisor on issues and assist in getting to solutions. Make clear your expectations to your subordinates and hold them accountable. Identify risks and discuss with the Management on how to eliminate the risks within the DC. To adhere to statutory health and safety requirements, housekeeping standards, and all other internal policies to ensure compliance. Verify accuracy and comprehensiveness of information received and ensure that all Inventory reports are actioned daily. Monitor accurate counting of stock by the counters and investigate discrepancies. Liaise with Risk Control Department on adjustments actioned and give recommendations. Liaise with inter departmental and Head office regarding queries/concerns. Ensuring that daily audits are done on received pallets in receiving and that feedback is given to the Receiving DPM immediately. Adhere to systems and procedures to minimize shrinkage. To effectively investigate and monitorslot accuracy, ensuring that we are within the required targets.

• Essential: Matric
• SCM supply chain management system

• Desirable: General warehouse inventory experience
• Desirable: General understanding of stock flow in a warehouse
• Desirable: Basic materials handling knowledge

• Essential: Basic Numeracy & Literacy
• Essential: Communication- written and verbal
• Essential: Problem solving skills
• Essential: Conflict resolution and management of conflict skills
• Essential: Attention to detail
• Essential: Able to work independently/ team player
• Essential: PC literacy (MS Office)
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Following Instructions and Procedures
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Applying Expertise and Technology
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

Do you require help with the registration process?

Our client in the retail industry requires the service of an Inventory Planner to manage the inbound Supply Chain through effective management of supplier accounts and product ranges.

Key performance areas:

• Data analysis and reporting
• Promotional planning and replenishment
• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize the most profitable ordering patterns and frequency
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achievement of inventory and service
• Project Management

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain
• Excellent product knowledge
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables)
• SAP Knowledge is Essential
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

Salary will be discussed during the interview stage.

Our client, in the retail industry, requires the service of an Inventory Planner to manage the Supply Chain by optimizing inventory mix in the DC through effective management of key supplier accounts and product ranges. The Inventory Planner will also facilitate all products through the supply chain until on the shelf.

Key performance areas:

• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize most profitable ordering patterns/frequency
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achievement of inventory and service
• Promotional planning and replenishment
• Project Management
• Data analysis and reporting

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain
• Excellent product knowledge
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables)
• SAP Knowledge will be advantageous
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

Salary to be discussed at interview stage

Our client in the retail industry requires the service of an Inventory Planner to manage the inbound Supply Chain through effective management of supplier accounts and product ranges.

Key performance areas:

• Data analysis and reporting
• Promotional planning and replenishment
• System coordination of supplier accounts to optimize most profitable ordering patterns/frequency
• Item parameter setting and data analysis to enable optimal forecasting results
• Place supplier purchase orders to ensure achievement of inventory and service
• Project Management

The successful candidate must have:

• Matric with a degree in Supply Chain or relevant qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain
• Excellent product knowledge
• Excellent Computer Literacy (MS Office - Especially Excel - Pivot Tables)
• SAP Knowledge is Essential
• Must have excellent communication skills (written & verbal)

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted. If you do send an email to the recruiter directly: please state the position you are applying for.

To be discussed during the interview stage.