Stock Controller at Astron Energy (Pty) Ltd.

Job Role

• Responsible for maintaining the supply and demand of inventory and ensuring that there are adequate stocks available without overstocking in accordance with GIP best practice guidelines.
• Maintaining inventory to the value of ~R 250MM
• Excess stock is ordered and stored against internal max stock levels.
• Non-Critical items stock currently exceeds internal max value by R 41M, leading to stockpiling in the warehouse.
• Visibility and transparency are major concerns. A lack of visibility of true Stock on Hand is having a snowball effect on spare parts planning and the resultant stock holding.
• Data integrity issues exist where catalogues are captured with lack of visibility on monetary value /currency and quantities of items.
• Min/max stock levels management with the various disciplines
• Tracking stock movements and making recommendations for improvements and savings

Key Responsibilities

• SAP Materials Management
• SAP Business warehouse
• SAP Ariba
• SAP Extended warehouse management
• Commercial negotiation
• Supplier relationship management
• Inventory and material management
• Integrated supply chain management
• Forecasting and demand management
• Master Data control
• Professional Qualification and Certification
• Relevant Qualification applicable ( A bachelors degree in Logistics, Business Admin, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred)

Work Experience: 

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. SAP)

Knowledge and skills:

• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Active participation in inventory audits
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Able to analyse problems and strategize for better solutions
• Good interpersonal skills to work with management and staff at all levels

Application deadline:

• 01 July 2025