Inventory Controller

Nelspruit, MP, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

We Go Places! How about you?

Immediate Superior: Francis Tease

Job Grade: 8


Location: Mbombela

Function: Supply Chain

Sub Function: Customer Services & Logistics

Type of Contract: Permanent

Reference Number: 144860


Closing Date: 24 October 2025



Purpose of the Position:



The effective management of inventory received, stored and despatched to ensure OTIF delivery of quality products and achievement of financial imperatives. Act as the custodian of the Warehouse Management System at site level (Super User).



Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:


Ensure cost effective inventory management of all goods

Maintain highest possible level of customer service. (Internal and external)

Manage stock movements and documentation in accordance with the ICC and Internal/External Audit controls.

Ensure routine Quality Control inspections in Secondary Operations.

Understanding, implementation and adherence to Internal Control Measures such as ICC's, ISO requirements, and Operations Excellence

Conduct stock count according to company standards and procedures

Ensure that all post goods issues have been processed for all deliveries and driver corrections

Ensure missing broken and foreign surveys are conducted according to policy

Ensure that all stock postings are posted to the correct accounts

Improving business processes to ensure achievements of Business Objectives


The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:


A relevant tertiary qualification

2 years of relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment

Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, Success Factors

The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and sound presentation skills

The ability to work after hours and / or shifts if necessary


Demonstrates proficiency in the following Behavioural competencies:



Lead Self


Personal effectiveness

Resilience

Model the Organisation


Thinking and Innovation


Business Acumen

Adaptability

Problem solving


Relationship


Customer focus

Builds and maintain relationships

Engagement skills


Management


Planning, Organising & Controlling

Deliver Results

Creates ownership Leadership


Leadership


Leading change

Leading teams

Leading individual performance


Purpose of the Position:



The effective management of inventory received, stored and despatched to ensure OTIF delivery of quality products and achievement of financial imperatives. Act as the custodian of the Warehouse Management System at site level (Super User).



Key Performance Areas would include, but are not limited to:


Ensure cost effective inventory management of all goods

Maintain highest possible level of customer service. (Internal and external)

Manage stock movements and documentation in accordance with the ICC and Internal/External Audit controls.

Ensure routine Quality Control inspections in Secondary Operations.

Understanding, implementation and adherence to Internal Control Measures such as ICC's, ISO requirements, and Operations Excellence

Conduct stock count according to company standards and procedures

Ensure that all post goods issues have been processed for all deliveries and driver corrections

Ensure missing broken and foreign surveys are conducted according to policy

Ensure that all stock postings are posted to the correct accounts

Improving business processes to ensure achievements of Business Objectives


The successful candidate must have the following qualification, skills and experience:


A relevant tertiary qualification

2 years of relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment

Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP, Success Factors

The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and sound presentation skills

The ability to work after hours and / or shifts if necessary


Demonstrates proficiency in the following Behavioural competencies:



Lead Self


Personal effectiveness

Resilience

Model the Organisation


Thinking and Innovation


Business Acumen

Adaptability

Problem solving


Relationship


Customer focus

Builds and maintain relationships

Engagement skills


Management


Planning, Organising & Controlling

Deliver Results

Creates ownership Leadership


Leadership


Leading change

Leading teams

Leading individual performance


The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1541289
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Nelspruit, MP, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned