Inventory Analyst - Cape Town at Tsebo Solution

Duties & Responsibilities    

• Maintaining and improving the company's inventory situation by analyzing inventory statistics to determine which products are selling and which are not.
• Placing inventory orders and tracking.
• Allocating inventory to the correct departments as it comes into the site and arranging for pickups and storage.
• Performing extensive research of inventory-related reports, from previous inventory reports to national purchasing trends.
• Directing Managers and stockroom workers.
• Performing regular inventory counts.
• Drafting inventory reports that document inventory counts, discrepancies, and other statistical data.
• Reporting inventory statistics to management and suggesting improvements to inventory control.
• Coordinating with other workers to resolve discrepancies between inventory and revenue.
• Creating and maintaining inventory databases and systems for accurately managing inventory.

Skills and Competencies    
Skills:

• Strong analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, numerical, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Leadership skills.

Competencies

• Attention to detail.
• Sense of urgency.
• Problem solving experience.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Should be able to work independently.

Qualifications    

• Minimum Grade 12.
• Relevant tertiary qualification ie. Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, marketing, or a related field advantageous.
• 3 – 5 years’ minimum experience as an Inventory Analyst or similar position.
• Experience with databases and spreadsheets.
• Good computer skills i.e. Excell skills and Presentation skills.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport advantageous.