Inventory Administrator at Kontak Recruitment

• A distribution and warehousing business based on the East Rand is looking for a sharp, detail-obsessed Inventory Administrator to keep stock accurate, systems aligned and discrepancies firmly resolved. This is a company where numbers matter, records are taken seriously and the people who thrive are those who genuinely want to understand why something does not add up.
• This is an office-based role with a systems and administrative focus, but it comes with real operational involvement. Expect to spend time in the warehouse, get hands-on during stocktakes and work closely with both the warehouse and accounts teams to keep everything running cleanly and accurately.

What's in it for you

• Permanent position with stable Monday to Friday working hours and no weekend commitments
• A role where your attention to detail and investigative mindset are genuinely valued
• Exposure to both administrative and operational environments within one position
• The opportunity to work across stock, systems and financial functions in a collaborative team

Minimum Requirements
Matric certificate

• Two to five years of experience in stock control, ideally within a warehouse or distribution environment
• Strong working knowledge of Pastel is essential
• A basic understanding of accounting principles and journals
• Solid computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong numerical ability and a methodical approach to data
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• A proven ability to investigate discrepancies and follow them through to resolution
• E-commerce experience is advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate physical and system stock levels across multiple platforms
• Ensure all stock movements are recorded correctly and supported by the required documentation and system transactions
• Process stock transfers between stores and monitor physical stock against the stock management system
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and unexplained variances thoroughly
• Identify potential stock losses, control weaknesses and process gaps
• Conduct physical stock checks when required to resolve system queries
• Assist with order processing and invoicing functions
• Support variance analysis, stock integrity reporting and management reporting
• Collaborate with warehouse and accounts teams to resolve stock and system issues