Stores Manager at Ann Swann Personnel Services

Requirements:

• Valid Matric Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a storeman in an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• The candidate must have at least three years of hands-on experience working in a similar environment, ideally in sectors such as engineering or manufacturing.
• Must be willing to work overtime especially for stock takes - Occasionally, stock takes or urgent tasks may require working outside regular hours. The candidate should be flexible and prepared to work overtime when needed,
• Must have a valid driver’s license. - A valid driver’s license is necessary, as the role may involve driving within the facility or making trips to collect or dispatch inventory, ensuring smooth logistical operations.
• Must have a valid forklift license - Since the role involves managing stock and warehouse operations, operating a forklift is a core responsibility.
• Good communication skills - Strong verbal communication is critical for coordinating with different departments, handling requests, and giving clear instructions. The ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and external stakeholders is a must for smooth daily operations.
• Good writing skills.

Software Experience:

• Working with a modern ERP system (SAP B1 would be an advantage) within the following modules:

Inventory

• Multi-Warehousing.
• Bills of material.
• Stock transfers to different internal stores/warehouses.
• Understanding stock Categories.
• Understanding stock Groups.
• Printing inventory reports.

Accounts payable

• Linking goods received notes to purchase orders.
• Viewing open purchase orders.
• Creating purchase order request or purchase order.

General Function Proficiency

• Taking full responsibility of inventory kept in the stores and factory.
• Adhering to company policy and procedures and enforcing policy and procedures to all staff requesting goods from stores.
• Keeping store area clean and shelves packed in such a way as to improve locating stock items.
• Label incoming and outgoing items with corresponding job/project codes allocated by ERP system.
• Preparing for stock takes and have a good understanding of stock take procedures.
• Working in a high-pressure environment while adhering to procedure.
• Dealing with all relevant paperwork on time.
• Access control to store area.
• Good understanding of Health and Safety requirements in the workplace.
• Keeping sufficient stock of critical items by alerting buyers when volumes are low.
• Arranging for courier collection or deliveries.
• Report on partial deliveries.
• Plan and prioritise movement of parts to ensure timeous dispatch.