63 Inventory jobs in Cape Town

Overview

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.

• 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 specificorders)
• 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

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.

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.

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

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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

We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented, mature person to manage stock controlling while also handling reception and administrative duties.

Stock Control & Coordination

• Maintain Inventory System of all inbound and outbound components & equipment.
• Conduct regular investigations to identify and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Effectively track stock movements between the warehouse and construction sites.
• Capture stock-related documentation, including DNs (Delivery Notes) and RNs (Return Notes)
• Report inventory discrepancies to the Operations Manager and Director.

Administrative & Customer Service Duties

• Answer phone calls, take messages, and handle general inquiries.
• Assist visitors and direct them to the appropriate staff.
• Liaise with clients when trucks are dispatched for deliveries & collections.
• Ensure factory staff timesheets are completed every morning / afternoon
• Assist with general office tasks as required by the Office Manager.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 5-6 years in stock control and administration, preferably in construction or scaffolding industry.
• Education: Matric certificate (warehouse / bookkeeping or administrative qualification is advantageous).

Technical Skills:

• High proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong numerical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.
• Professional phone etiquette and customer service skills.
• Able to cope with and adapt to changing priorities
• Problem-Solving ability / attitude

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R18 000,00 per month

Education:

• Certificate (Preferred)

Experience:

• STOCK CONTROL: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Overview

Specialising in premium pet foods and accessories, Absolute Pets is the leading pet retailer in South Africa with over 180 stores across the country.

Our team of experts is looking for passionate and driven Warehouse Supervisor (Inventory department) to join the Absolute Pets team at our Cape Town Warehouse in Marconi Beam .

• Conduct daily stock counts and investigate variances. Plan, organise, lead and control the warehouse inventory processes and the warehouse team to ensure a high standard of stock accuracy and process adherence.
• Daily check and clean-up of all locations in Ador that hold stock during warehouse processes – Detailed reporting to management highlighting any risks and potential financial losses.
• Constant and consistent communication on system misalignment – Differences between Ador and IQ. This needs to be highlighted and communicated to warehouse manager and IQ support.
• Ensure damages are reported daily and investigate root cause – Address the root causes of damages with warehouse manager and the warehouse team.
• Minimize and report on obsolete/redundant stock to maximize working capital.
• Ensure housekeeping is maintained at a high standard.
• Manage control measures to ensure errors, discrepancies are highlighted, addressed and resolved.
• Ensure a 95% bin accuracy – Weekly bin verifications and reports to management.
• Manage weekly cyclical stock counts and investigate variances – Provide accurate reports to management for review.
• Prepare the warehouse for semi-annual stock counts.
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met daily – Daily department handovers and regular updates as agreed with the warehouse manager.
• Conduct root cause analysis on variances – Provide clear and concise reports to validate variances.
• Manage bin locations and ensure stock replenished on a timely basis.
• Manage rotation on FIFO principle and ensure no stock expiries.
• Report short, dated stock monthly.
• Manage inbound stock process.
• Manage checking of stock and ensure stock is received accurately.
• Ensure goods received vouchers submitted in a timely manner.
• Ensure receiving documents (invoice, credit notes) are submitted, filed and maintained.
• Following up on any outstanding documents especially credit notes with Finance and Commercial Departments.
• Check that receipted stock has been captured accurately.
• Ensure stock receiving register is updated daily.
• Ensure incoming goods are GRV’d and put away with 24 hours.