Inventory and Stock Control Manager

We are looking for:

• A highly analytical, disciplined and process-driven Stock and Inventory Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in operational excellence, stock accuracy, and continuous process improvement while leading teams to achieve high performance. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of all inventory across the branch/warehouse.

Knowledge and abilities:

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• High integrity and ethical conduct.
• Process-driven and structured thinker.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Problem-solving and root cause analysis capability.
• Proficient in warehouse management software, systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the stock control department while assisting with warehouse and operational activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate bin allocations and stock locations, monitor bin integrity, and prepare regular inventory and operational reports to support decision-making.
• Oversee work order planning and processing, ensuring stock availability aligns with operational requirements and demand planning.
• Manage cycle counts, sectional counts, and stock takes, investigate discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to maintain high inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate inter-branch transfers (IBTs), ensuring accurate requesting, dispatching, receiving, and system processing of stock movements.
• Monitor incoming shipments and back orders, ensuring accurate tracking, communication, and timely resolution of outstanding stock items.
• Ensure correct SKU allocation and barcode accuracy for all products, supporting traceability and system integrity.
• Oversee proper handling, storage, and movement of stock to prevent damage, losses, or inaccuracies.
• Support overall warehouse efficiency by ensuring stock is packed away timeously, shelves remain stocked, and operational workflows are maintained.
• Provide inventory support to sales, marketing, and returns processes by ensuring accurate stock availability, allocations, and processing of returned items.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety regulations, and warehouse operational standards at all times.

Boxes to Tick:

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent to NQF 4
• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Inventory Management or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in inventory and stock control within a wholesale, distribution or warehouse environment.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience managing a team of warehouse staff and activities.
• Experience with ERP systems (Kerridge K8 advantageous)