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We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Inventory Management Assistant to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining the smooth flow and organisation of our physical inventory. Your responsibilities will include processing invoices, retrieving and distributing stock items, handling international shipments, and ensuring accurate record-keeping across our systems.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately process company invoices and locate corresponding stock items and quantities.

Organise and place stock items systematically on delivery or collection shelves.

Receive and inspect incoming international shipments, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Distribute spare parts to technicians and track movements using Excel spreadsheets.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise stock management processes.

Conduct regular stock audits and maintain precise inventory records within company systems.

Assist with labelling, packaging, and preparing orders for distribution.

Values & Traits

We are looking for someone who embodies the following:

Attention to Detail – ensuring accuracy in stock handling, distribution, and documentation.

Motivation – a self-driven and proactive mindset to manage stock processes and meet deadlines.

Interest in Technology Hardware – genuine enthusiasm for technology and hardware products.

Strong Interpersonal Skills – effective communication for working with team members and external partners.

Hardworking – a reliable work ethic and commitment to organisational goals.

Educational & Skills Requirements

High School Diploma / Matric or equivalent (required).

Basic computer literacy (Excel and stock management systems).

Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).

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Job Purpose

Responsible for the correct storing, movement and stock take of all dry goods / consumables and product inventory according to company procedures with specific focus on stock intake and investigation of any stock variances throughout the stock flow process.

Finance Analyst/Inventory Management

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Date posted:

Friday, May 30, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Job Purpose

Responsible for the correct storing, movement and stock take of all dry goods / consumables and product inventory according to company procedures with specific focus on stock intake and investigation of any stock variances throughout the stock flow process.

Reporting to:

Head: Financial Reporting and Analysis

Output:

Inventory

• Responsible for the movement and control of all product inventories, including carcasses / boxes from internal and external suppliers according to company processes and procedures.
• Responsible for the movement, control and issuing of all dry goods / consumable inventory according to company processes and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and adequate labelling and positioning of all labels.
• Orchestrating all paperwork to creditors department on stock intakes (On-and offsite locations)
• Weekly stocktaking (including the posting of stock batches) of all dry goods / consumables and product inventory according to agreed SOP’s.
• Weekly/Monthly reconciliations of Inventory movements and investigating all discrepancies/deviances to implement corrective actions.
  
  

• Weekly/Monthly reporting of Inventory movements and variances.
• Recognizing and reporting on patterns and trends in weekly/monthly Inventory movements and variances.
• Serve as Finance support to the Plant Manager and Analyst team (specific with regards to stock related matters).
  
  

• Supervise and control stock take teams.
• Assure stable employee relations by managing conflict and creating a positive and performing working environment.
  
  

• BCom degree in finance
  
  

• 3 - 5 years inventory control experience
• 1 -2 years supervisory experience
  
  

• Tuesday to Saturday (Please note for the first few months the working week will be from Monday to Friday, however when the Malmesbury Plant starts up, the working week will change to Tuesday to Saturday)
  
  

• The candidate will have the responsibility of working at two plants located in Elsies River and Malmesbury.
• It will be necessary for the candidate to divide their time between the plants, being present at both locations on a weekly basis.
• Ad hoc visits to the offsite storage facilities.
  
  

• Accuracy
• English Literacy
• Computer Literacy
• Yield Understanding
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Finance and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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Responsible for the correct storing, movement, and stocktaking of all dry goods, consumables, and product inventory according to company procedures, with a specific focus on stock intake and investigation of stock variances throughout the stock flow process.

Reporting to:

Head: Financial Reporting and Analysis

Responsible for the movement and control of all product inventories, including carcasses and boxes from internal and external suppliers, following company processes and procedures.

Manage the movement, control, and issuance of all dry goods and consumable inventory according to company policies.

Ensure accurate and proper labelling and positioning of all labels.

Coordinate paperwork with the creditors department for stock intakes at both on-site and off-site locations.

Conduct weekly stocktaking, including posting stock batches, of all dry goods, consumables, and product inventory per SOPs.

Perform weekly and monthly reconciliations of inventory movements, investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.

Management Reporting and Analysis

Prepare weekly and monthly reports on inventory movements and variances.

Identify and report patterns and trends in inventory data.

Provide finance support to the Plant Manager and analyst team, especially regarding stock-related issues.

People Supervision

Supervise and control stocktake teams.

Maintain stable employee relations by managing conflicts and fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.

Experience

3-5 years in inventory control.

1-2 years in supervisory roles.

Working week

Tuesday to Saturday; initially Monday to Friday during startup, shifting to Tuesday to Saturday at Malmesbury plant.

Plants / Location

The role involves working at two plants in Elsies River and Malmesbury, with weekly visits to both locations and ad hoc visits to offsite storage facilities.

Skills

Accuracy and computer literacy are essential.

A leading food manufacturing company situated in Gauteng is urgently seeking the expertise of an experienced Plant Supply Chain Manager to join their team.

The successful incumbent for this position will be responsible for:

• Provide leadership and oversight to the scheduling & logistics team, including materials purchasing planning, production scheduling, inventory management, product life cycle change management, disposals, risk and SLOB management, and master data governance. Identify and implement improvements to working practices to improve efficiency, performance and reliability in the supply chain, including vendor management, seasonality and promotions planning and supplier inventory planning. These activities should deliver expected PPOF, PPLF, PTP and PR agreed-on targets, which in collaboration with Central Supply Planning deliver Customer Services levels.
• 100% Engagement: Drive the team to a culture of total employee ownership by effectively managing systems to drive empowerment and engagement for all Employees and promoting active participation in learning and continuous improvement activities. This includes Building the capability of the workforce separately, Employee development and coaching in behaviours and competency development, as well as management of daily, weekly, and monthly review processes.
• Responsible for all systems monitoring and enhancements (SAP), system training and core power users. Main lead into McCormick IT for technical enhancements/changes.
• Responsible for the tactical and strategic factory materials and inventory plans, set targets, and manage year-on-year stock value/inventory turnover improvements to support Supply Chain targets. Input into the S&OP process at the Site.
• Represent the plant on local, regional and global Supply Chain projects, with regard to Commercialisation, CCI and engineering changes. This includes the execution of Commercialization projects and Warehouse work transportation for safety risk.

Key requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Management or related field desirable.
• Experience in Production and materials planning, and management required.
• Operations / Supply Chain background and proven track record of target-focused delivery in a fast-paced Operational environment required.
• Working knowledge of cycle count process, SAP preferred.
• Demonstrable leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to

You are welcome to contact Rebecca or Nehelene at .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.
Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Our client, a leader in the automotive component manufacturing sector, is currently looking to employ a Supply Chain Coordinator based in Elandsfontein, East Rand, Gauteng.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you!

Requirements:

• Diploma in Supply Chain or related fields (NQF 6).
• Up to 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Computer Literacy (MS Office Suite; and other job-specific software systems).

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

Supply Chain Coordination Responsibilities

• Receive and record warehouse stock using SAP; manage accurate distribution across departments.
• Oversee inventory operations including stock counts, deliveries, damage control, and redundant stock management.
• Monitor consignment stock and maintain supply integrity.
• Create and process purchase requisitions; ensure accurate item coding on SAP.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports for senior management.
• Administer supply chain tasks efficiently and within deadlines.
• Manage supplier quotations and approval processes.
• Schedule and communicate daily driver and messenger activities.
• Organize staff training, meetings, and compile meeting minutes.
• Coordinate the check-and-charge process and maintain clean data systems for retrieval.

Compliance

• Adhere to internal controls and procedures to uphold company integrity.
• Identify and report risks or concerns to departmental management.
• Ensure full compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for auditing and operational transparency.
• Monitor costs and expenditure to minimize waste and avoid irregular spending.

Customer Service

• Foster strong relationships with internal and external customers to ensure high service standards.
• Represent the company professionally in stakeholder meetings and engagements.
• Resolve issues creatively with integrity, aligned to company values.
• Promote client, customer, and employee satisfaction across touchpoints.
• Minimize service discrepancies and ensure regulatory compliance.

Staff Supervision

• Ensure performance contracts are signed and implemented for all employees.
• Conduct quarterly performance appraisals and track individual objectives.
• Collaborate with HR to identify development goals and create action plans.
• Facilitate ongoing training and employee development initiatives.
• Address employee relations matters fairly, promptly, and in line with HR procedures.
• Gather and respond to employee feedback to improve workplace engagement.

Cost and Financial Control

• Assist with budget planning and provide timely input.
• Promote efficient, cost-effective use of financial and operational resources.
• Monitor expenditure to ensure compliance with budgetary limits and financial policies.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and procedures; report deviations as needed.

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We are looking to recruit two Supply Chain Graduates to support the Supply Chain team by providing analysis and insights on initiatives and projects to deliver the expected outcomes and benefits. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Woodstock.

• To provide analysis on the viability and implementation of supply chain initiatives to improve supply chain KPI's.
• To support the implementation of approved projects in line with standard project and chain management methodology within the agreed time, cost and quality to optimise the supply chain.
• To support the development and training of new business processes and standard operating procedures to ensure new methods of work are clearly understood, implemented and practised.
• To contribute to supply chain project planning to ensure alignment with supply chain business goals and objectives.
• To collaborate with IT on system and reporting changes to ensure system efficiency and benefits for users.

• Degree/Btech in Supply Chain, Logistics, Bcom (Essential)
• Proficiency in e-mail

• Numeracy and Analytical skills
• Conceptual thinking
• Strong attention to detail
• Good presentation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to follow rules and procedures
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to work with people and in a team
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Adhering to Principles and Values
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks
• Analysing
• Planning and Organising
• Following Instructions and Procedures

• Completed Degree/Btech in Supply Chain, Logistics, Bcom
• Unemployed and can commit 12 months to the programme
• South African citizens between the ages of 18 and 29 years

The CFAO group contributes to the growth of the African continent, its industrialisation and the emergence of the middle class.
With a turnover of more than 6.9 billion euros, access to 47 of the continent's 54 countries and 21,000 employees, CFAO is a major player in the fields of mobility, health, consumer goods, infrastructure and energy.

* Being part of a growing business sector,
* Acting for the transformation of the African continent,
* Learn, develop and succeed,
* Joining a pan-African group and meeting thousands of different cultures.

We are looking for a Supply Chain Coordinator based in South Africa .

Job Description:

Company: Toyota Tsusho Africa (TTAF)

Toyota Tsusho Africa, established in 1999, specializes in Supply Chain Management and Production Assembly, delivering a range of value-adding solutions to the South African Automotive Industry.

An exciting and challenging opportunity has become available for an experienced and suitably qualified candidate to join our Team. The position is based in Durban, South Africa.

This position is open to South African Citizens.

Essential duties and responsibilities

1. Sales in line with Budget
2. Cost management - overall cost of purchasing
3. Maintenance of Customer information
4. Customer relationship management (communication, need satisfaction, effective partnership)
5. Understanding customer business environment
6. Seeking potential customers for new business
7. Complete APDP & EU declarations on a quarterly basis
8. Effective & timeous email correspondence to customer and supplier
9. Respond to queries timeously and close off open items.
10. Handle process from Request for Quotation, Preparation of quote and order management.
11. Supervise and assist in SAP processing - Creating delivery notes, Invoicing, Inbounding, MIRO
12. Rundown sheet management - Tracking with supplier and customer on hand information
13. First in First Out stock management and control
14. Ensure invoicing is correct first time.
15. Ensure queries are resolved timeously - Quality, Damaged Stock, Overdue Debtors, Airfreight cost capturing.
16. Communication with Export country regularly
17. Complete clearing instructions for supplier invoices with internal Clearing & Forwarding & and external parties.
18. Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth process flow of all business processes.
19. Assist with divisional audit, verification of stock count
20. W/H visit to understand space constraint (GG)

Requested Profile:

Experiential and Educational requirements:

1. Matric
2. Relevant tertiary qualification (advantage)