The Role

• To ensure that inventory levels of the warehouse is accurate and at an optimal level.

Main Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts in various stockroom locations generated by the ERP system.
• Execute bin audits and/or verifications.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and record shorts/Nil Picks.
• Ensure frozen inventory and scrapping processes are completed accurately and timeously.
• Update reports on the frequency and reasons for location overrides.
• Timeous clearing of dispute issues area.
• Maintain footprints in the WMS systems (Blue Yonder).
• Drive improvements pertaining to housekeeping in the warehouse.
• Follow correct processes in the operational areas at all times to achieve daily KPI’s and to reduce operational risks.
• Clearly mark and quarantine materials that are under quality investigations
• Maintain high levels of stock control and accuracy within the warehouse.
• Complete daily inspections on all equipment to ensure that equipment is safe to operate.
• Ensure that all operational reporting is completed and made available via the relevant Sandvik systems.
• Regular interaction with stakeholders to ensure that identified risks are minimized.
• Comply with safety regulations and internal standards and procedures.
• Comply with applicable legislation i.e. Health & Safety Act.
• Perform adhoc duties as may be deemed necessary by management and site requirements.
• Monitor compliance of team members to safety regulations, applicable legislation and internal standards and procedures.
• Be flexible to work shifts.

Profile Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)/equivalent (NQF Level 4)
• Post-matric qualification in Logistics, Inventory Control and/or Warehousing (advantageous)
• Valid MHE License (Reach Truck or HOPT) 
• Minimum 2 – 3 years’ experience in warehousing/distribution
• MS Office skills – basic level
• Prior exposure to ERP, WMS, TMS and EHS management systems, i.e. Aurora or DI-S21 (beneficial)