DC Inventory Manager - Johannesburg

Johannesburg, Gauteng
R45,000 per month
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Job Summary Position: DC Inventory Manager
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (Onsite)
Industry: Direct Selling / FMCG / Distribution
Salary: R45 000 per monthA dynamic and experienced DC Inventory Manager is sought to oversee and manage inventory control processes within a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, strategic thinking capabilities, and a hands-on approach to ensuring inventory accuracy, warehouse optimisation, and process improvement.This role involves leading inventory operations, enhancing supply chain performance, and managing a team to meet organisational goals efficientlyResponsibilities:

Maintain accurate inventory records and enforce movement procedures.
Conduct daily cyclical and perpetual inventory counts.
Investigate and resolve stock variances and discrepancies.
Optimise stock slotting based on movement categories.
Oversee warehouse slot utilisation and maximise space efficiency.
Manage slow-moving and underperforming stock items.
Monitor and balance picking volumes across warehouse zones.
Ensure accurate order fulfilment and address picking errors.
Oversee receiving processes and ensure supplier deliveries are correctly processed.
Manage Total Product Management (TPM) including expiry tracking and damage prevention.
Coordinate the Annual Financial Stocktake and manage related processes.
Compile and analyse daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
Track shrinkage and discrepancies.
Provide real-time inventory movement and productivity data.
Maintain audit trails and ensure compliance documentation is accurate.
Deliver reports on key performance indicators and stock readiness.
Lead, train, and develop the Inventory Team.
Implement performance management and staff development plans.
Monitor and enforce productivity targets.
Address performance concerns promptly and effectively.
Apply best practices in inventory and warehouse management.
Conduct regular safety audits and ensure OHS compliance.
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised warehouse.
Ensure accurate onboarding of suppliers and maintenance of master data.
Confirm all items are barcoded and correctly registered in systems.
Maintain up-to-date stock attributes and dimensions.

Requirements:

BCom in Logistics, Diploma in Supply Chain Management / Logistics, Degree in Industrial Engineering, or SAPICS certification.
Minimum of 6 years' experience in Inventory or DC Operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial capacity.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel in particular).

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