Stock Controller - GQEBERHA

Why do we need you?

The role will primarily focus on the strategic management and control of the business inventory , ensuring optimal stock levels for sales and production while working with the respective plants on their stock profiles

Is this job for you?

• Apply continuous improvement principles to inventory management policies and procedures aligned with the business requirements.
• Measure and drive performance improvement in key operational and profitability metrics such as stock record accuracy (SRA) – Target 99% stock accuracy.
• Ensure inventory holding policies, procedures and processes are documented.
• Effective control of FIFO principles and practices (RM and FG).
• Review and audit inventory master data accuracy.
• Report and escalate slow moving stock and ensure action (sell / scrap) is taken by relevant stakeholders.
• ABC/XYZ analysis and implementation
• Engage, present and gain agreement from relevant business stakeholders on inventory management strategies.
• Coordinate planning and execution of physical inventory and maintenance item counts (Cycle counts, Month end counts and year end counts)
• Establish and manage product and location specific safety stock levels.
• Provide support and guidance on the placement (location) of inventory to the Operations and Logistics team.
• Spend time in warehouses to coach on the topic, physically review and validate, clean where needed, recommend improved processes / management action.
• Conduct random audits on stock putaway & picking : 100% accuracy
• Monitor and maintain all quality restricted stock to ensure that it is not picked and dispatched to customers.
• Ensure all quality restricted stock is isolated on the floor and moved to restricted ware (Quality) in SAP.
• All such duties and/or activities assigned by management/board as and when required.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

A min requirement of a Supply Chain degree or equivalent min 3 - 5 years relevant experience in supply chain disciplines. Computer Literacy (specifically advanced SAP ,MS Office: Excel) Your exposure stock management process redesign and written and verbal communication skills will ensure success in this role. Continuous improvement, Strong problem solving skills is a must have & Inventory management and stock management processes.

Legal Statement “We value the importance of a diverse workforce as a cornerstone of our business success. Our primary focus in selecting the most suitable candidates for our roles is based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We wholeheartedly embrace the principle of equal opportunity in our employment processes and are committed to eliminating any unlawful discrimination in our hiring practices”.

Job Reference: ZAF00670