Inventory Planner & Import Coordinator at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly organised and analytical Inventory Planner & Import Coordinator to join a well-established company based in Johannesburg.
• This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong inventory planning, forecasting, and import coordination experience who enjoys working with data and improving supply chain efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract, analyse, and interpret inventory and sales data from an ERP/accounting system.
• Maintain stock forecasting and replenishment schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels, historical sales trends, incoming orders, and customer demand.
• Identify replenishment requirements and determine appropriate purchasing timelines.
• Support management with inventory planning and purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate purchase orders with overseas suppliers.
• Plan and manage container packing schedules based on stock priorities and lead times.
• Ensure products are ordered and shipped to prevent stock shortages.
• Maintain and improve forecasting, planning, and reporting processes.
• Prepare regular inventory and planning reports for management.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and numerical ability.
• Experience working with large datasets and spreadsheets.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to analyse trends and forecast inventory requirements.
• Comfortable working with ERP/accounting systems (Pastel experience advantageous).
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders.