198 IT Inventory jobs in South Africa

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We are seeking an Inventory Management Specialist who has proven Inventory & Materials Management forecasting expertise with strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills and customer service expertise .

Why Join Aggreko?

Role to be based in Johannesburg, South Africa

Competitive compensation

Retirement Annuity Scheme

Aggreko’s Annual Discretionary Bonus Plan

Ad-hoc travel across Africa and potentially UAE / global may be required from time to time.

Role Overview : As Inventory Management Specialist, you will be responsible for Africa’s inventory forecast, analyses, optimization, compliance and budget fulfilment. This role requires close collaboration with our warehouse / store’s personnel at various clients’ sites across Africa and other stakeholders (including supporting our UAE central warehouse).

What you’ll do :

Inventory Forecast & Planning based on fleet profile and consumption for each site.

Ability to perform complex analyses for inventory optimization opportunities identification, including SLOB (Slow-moving and obsolete) stock.

Organize & support quarterly stock counts across all sites. System coordination to enable effective stock levels, MRP and full lead times are considered.

Analyze and improve $ / kVA and inventory turns performance by site / country

Stakeholder communication / collaboration to review critical parts requirements, monitoring inventory levels daily to avoid stock-outs, etc.

Budget and ISO / audit compliance fulfilment.

You’ll have the following skills and experience :

5 years of experience in supply chain management with a deep understanding of inventory, logistics and materials management

Advanced skills in MS Excel will be advantageous (formulas, tables, analyses, etc.)

Ability to identify improvement areas and experience with systems and process changes

A positive can-do attitude, highly motivated individual, committed to delivering results

Willingness to take ownership of problems and drive solutions. A proactive problem-solver, creative thinking and innovative solutions / ideas to complex supply chain challenges

Skilled at relationship building, bringing people together across multiple interfaces and ability to collaborate with stakeholders throughout the supply chain

Find out more and apply now.

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Norman Goodfellows is looking for an Inventory Manager!

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient management, accuracy, and security of all liquor stock within the redistribution facility. This role ensures that inventory is received, stored, tracked, and dispatched in compliance with company standards, liquor legislation, and health & safety regulations. The position plays a key role in maintaining stock integrity, preventing losses, and ensuring accurate reporting for operational and financial purposes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inventory Control & Accuracy

Maintain accurate inventory records using the company’s warehouse management system (WMS) or ERP system.

Conduct regular cycle counts and full stock takes, reconciling discrepancies immediately.

Ensure all incoming and outgoing stock is captured correctly and timeously.

Monitor product shelf-life, damages, and returns to minimise losses.

2. Receiving & Dispatch Management

Oversee receiving of incoming liquor stock, ensuring correct quantities, product quality, and compliance with delivery documentation.

Coordinate with the dispatch team to ensure orders are picked, packed, and loaded accurately and on schedule.

Ensure proper handling of fragile or high-value liquor items.

3. Compliance & Security

Ensure compliance with all liquor licensing laws and company policies regarding storage and movement of alcohol.

Implement and maintain security measures to prevent theft, pilferage, and product tampering.

Maintain compliance with health & safety standards in the warehouse.

4. Reporting & Analysis

Generate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports for management.

Analyse trends in stock movement to forecast demand and optimise ordering.

Investigate and report on variances, stock losses, and operational inefficiencies.

5. Leadership & Staff Management

Supervise inventory control staff, including storemen, stock controllers, and cycle count teams.

Provide training on inventory procedures, liquor handling regulations, and system usage.

Manage performance, conduct evaluations, and enforce discipline when required.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12 (required).
• Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Inventory Management (preferred).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in inventory control, preferably in the liquor, FMCG, or warehousing sector.
• Experience working with WMS / ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar).
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations.

Benefits

Competitive Remuneration package

Provident fund

Group life and Disability cover

Growth opportunities

• Regularly check and maintain stock levels to ensure they meet business needs.
• Place orders to replenish stock as needed and ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of stock levels, purchases, and pricing.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Liaise with suppliers to manage orders, negotiate deals, and resolve any issues with deliveries.
• Implement and improve inventory management processes and procedures.
• Compile and present reports on inventory status, discrepancies, and other relevant metrics.
• Compile month-end finance reports

• Grade 12

• Preferable 2 years’ operational inventory control experience
• MS Dynamics GP (Great Plains) is a big advantage or any other Microsoft ERP such as Navision and Axapta (BC or F&O)

Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Coordinator to join their team in Johannesburg. This role is ideal for an individual with strong inventory control skills and a passion for process accuracy and efficiency within a fast-paced supply chain environment.

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Manage and monitor inventory levels across all storage and production areas.
Perform routine cycle counts and support periodic stock take processes.
Investigate inventory variances and implement corrective actions.
Maintain accurate stock records and ensure timely updating of inventory systems (ERP).
Coordinate inventory movements including receiving, internal transfers, and dispatch.
Collaborate with procurement, production, and warehousing to ensure adequate stock availability.
Compile and analyse inventory reports to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Ensure inventory operations align with company policies, safety standards, and quality procedures.

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Grade 12 / Matric (Mathematics and Accounting preferred)
National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Inventory Management, Supply Chain, or Logistics (advantageous)
Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in an inventory coordination or stock control role
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, Oracle)
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Excellent communication and coordination abilities
Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment with attention to detail

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to or visit our website:

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today, contact Chanel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 08/08/2025

Norman Goodfellows is looking for an Inventory Manager!

The Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient management, accuracy, and security of all liquor stock within the redistribution facility. This role ensures that inventory is received, stored, tracked, and dispatched in compliance with company standards, liquor legislation, and health & safety regulations. The position plays a key role in maintaining stock integrity, preventing losses, and ensuring accurate reporting for operational and financial purposes.

Maintain accurate inventory records using the company’s warehouse management system (WMS) or ERP system.

Conduct regular cycle counts and full stock takes, reconciling discrepancies immediately.

Ensure all incoming and outgoing stock is captured correctly and timeously.

Monitor product shelf-life, damages, and returns to minimise losses.

Oversee receiving of incoming liquor stock, ensuring correct quantities, product quality, and compliance with delivery documentation.

Coordinate with the dispatch team to ensure orders are picked, packed, and loaded accurately and on schedule.

Ensure proper handling of fragile or high-value liquor items.

Ensure compliance with all liquor licensing laws and company policies regarding storage and movement of alcohol.

Implement and maintain security measures to prevent theft, pilferage, and product tampering.

Maintain compliance with health & safety standards in the warehouse.

Generate daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports for management.

Analyse trends in stock movement to forecast demand and optimise ordering.

Investigate and report on variances, stock losses, and operational inefficiencies.

Supervise inventory control staff, including storemen, stock controllers, and cycle count teams.

Provide training on inventory procedures, liquor handling regulations, and system usage.

Manage performance, conduct evaluations, and enforce discipline when required.

• Matric / Grade 12 (required).
  
• Diploma or Certificate in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Inventory Management (preferred).
  
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in inventory control, preferably in the liquor, FMCG, or warehousing sector.
  
• Experience working with WMS/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Syspro, or similar).
  
• Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety regulations.
  

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.

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.

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