Stock Manager

We are seeking a Stocke Manager To lead and manage the Distribution Centre operations by ensuring effective inventory planning, warehousing, distribution and customer support processes. The role is accountable for maintaining inventory accuracy, optimising stock availability, managing customer and supplier relationships, overseeing third-party logistics providers, ensuring compliance with operational standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives to support business and customer service objectives.

Requirements -

Grade 12

3-year degree or diploma (NQF 6) in Supply Chain Management

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a logistics role, with at least 2-years in a supervisory or senior position

Supply Chain, Inventory and Warehouse Management – Proficiency Level 3

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Team Management

SAP ERP / Warehouse Management

Plan and manage project and customer inventory to ensure stock availability in support of contractual service levels, operational requirements and customer commitments.

Oversee the receiving, storage, handling and distribution of inventory in accordance with company standards, operational procedures and relevant quality requirements.

Maintain inventory accuracy and governance through stock counts, reconciliations, variance investigations, system integrity and implementation of corrective actions.

Manage customer inventory across the national branch network, ensuring stock visibility, replenishment, reporting and compliance with customer requirements.

Manage third-party logistics providers, suppliers and operational stakeholders to ensure effective service delivery, cost optimization and adherence to agreed service levels.

Lead customer audits and ensure compliance with contractual obligations, operational procedures, quality standards and legislative requirements.

Analyze inventory and operational performance reports, providing meaningful insight to support informed business decision-making.

Build and maintain effective customer and supplier relationships, supporting operational performance, issue resolution and customer satisfaction.

Lead, coach and manage the Distribution Centre team, ensuring effective performance management, employee development and achievement of operational objectives. Develop, implement and continuously improve inventory management, warehousing and distribution processes, identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency and mitigate operational risk.

Salary to be discussed.

Kindly respond with a detailed copy of your cv if the above requirements are met.

Work Location: In person