Inventory Supervisor at PEP

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

• To coordinate the optimum operational performance of the Stock and Materials Handling department through entrenching a performance based culture of continuous improvement and health and safety awareness in line with the Sikhula KunYe Culture. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and optimise workflow plans for human resources and machinery and troubleshoot any bottlenecks whilst moving stock between department
• Applies FIFO principles and manages productivity of the department against national set standards
• Manage the Stock/Line build department by reducing costs and increasing efficiency and effectiveness
• Manage the movement of stock for re-pricing projects
• Investigate reasons for DC stock losses/gains and stock adjustments
• Coordinate regular stock audits through the use of cycle counting
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements to ensure the health and safety of all personnel
• Managing and motivating a team of Dynamo’s
• Provide leadership and coaching within the Stock department
• Identification of operational problems and provide recommendations to Ops Manager
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, housekeeping and rosters
• Manage the relationships between different departments and stakeholders 
• Refer any problems with TES staff failing to meet standards to Ops manager

Requirements

• At least 2 years’ experience within the Distribution Centre environment dealing with stock management and stock flow
• Grade 12
• Computer Literacy: G-Suite and Microsoft Office
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills to convey information in reports, meetings, and status reports.
• Ability to handle a stressful and fast paced environment.
• Competencies required: Planning, Organising and Control; Detail orientation; Ability to build and maintain relationships; Communication skills; service oriented team player; Stress tolerance and Confidence and decisiveness.