Inventory Manager - Cape Town, South Africa - Shoprite

Description

Purpose of the Job

The Inventory Manager will manage the Distribution Centre inventory by maintaining all relevant information related to stock that will flow in and out of the Distribution Centre.

The dynamic Manager will manage the cycle count process in order to ensure accuracy of stock holding.
Job Advert Details Job CategoryRetail Job ObjectivesOperating results of delegated tasks accountable for 1. Inventory cycle count 2. Stock take 3. System administration 4. System procedures 5. IT infrastructure and computer equipment 6. Warehouse management system 7. Inventory management information reports to Operations and Buying 8. Receiving inventory 9. Production inventory 10. Despatch 11. Stock adjustments 12. Productivity 13. Salvage and pilferages 14. Returns 15. Accurate inventoryManagement 1. Operational work planning, priority setting and scheduling 2. Operational performance monitoring 3. People and enabling capacity management / Staff allocation 4. Manage interfaces with Operations, staffing labour brokers and Buying 5. Resolve escalated operational issuesLeadership 1. Staffing decisions up to supervisory level 2. Developing others – focus on functional skills – identify needs and source solutions 3. Individual performance management 4. Motivated and discipline team 5. Talent management / Succession planning QualificationsRelevant Supply Chain / Logistics qualification Experience
3-5 years experience in Production and Warehousing environment
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of SAP (advantageous), attention to detail, Excel, communication skills, ability to work independently