Inventory Controller at Distell

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 as well as act as the custodian of the Warehouse Management System at a site level.

Key performance areas include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure the cost-effective inventory management of all goods

• Check depot days of cover daily and communicate with Planning if required

• Report all stock outs to depot, sales and Planning as well as liaise with planning to resolve any stock issues

• Plan correct storage location for products in liaison with Logistics Manager/ Inventory Clerk (ABC Analysis)

• Plan and create Physical Inventory Documents for monthly stock counts as well as reduce write-offs and losses to a minimum

• Ensure optimal stock availability and stock rotation

• Help enable superior customer service as measured by On Time In Full (OTIF)

• Maintain the highest possible level of customer service

• Ensure strict adherence to corporate governance in terms of stock movement and documentation in accordance with the ICC and Audit controls, Quality Control and inspections

• Ensure that Risk audits and Quality control audits are conducted at the branch

• Ensure quality control checks on receipt of stock and before despatch of stock

• Ensure FEFO principle is applied to stock movements by printing bin pulling sheets for warehouse

• Perform all administration and reporting effectively

• Ensure that stock write offs and variances are actively managed. This includes the management of Stock Age

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

• Ensure that no deliveries have been issues without shipments. All proof of delivery notes need to be checked and accounted for.

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

• Matric Certificate

• Relevant 1 – 2 year Diploma, Degree or qualification in Logistics / Supply Chain

• Minimum of 6 months relevant experience in FMCG Logistics / Distribution Environment

• Computer literacy in MS Office, SAP and SuccessFactors

• 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.