Parts Inventory Manager Camperdown

PARTS INVENTORY MANAGER - CAMPERDOWN Sales / Marketing / Communications
Pietermaritzburg - Kwa Zulu Natal

Introduction

The parts Inventory Manager is responsible for the efficient and profitable operation of the parts department at our repair facility. This role involves overseeing inventory management and staff supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities

Inventory planning and forecasting

Monitoring stock levels

Ensuring accuracy in inventory records IMPORTANT!

Optimising warehouse organisation IMPORTANT!

Implementing inventory control policies and procedures IMPORTANT!

Leading and supervising warehouse staff

Providing insights to management

Inventory planning and Monitoring of stock levels

Take ownership of daily inventory updates and stock checks

Develop systematic approaches to monitor stock levels, incorporating regular stock audits and training staff on effective inventory handling practices. Any discrepancies to be investigated and reconciled

Handle returns of incorrect parts and restock them efficiently

Spotcheck high-value or fast-moving items weekly. Select a sample of 10 items to randomly check. Compare actual stock to recorded stock

Be aware of minimum and maximum stock levels Minimum level:
Triggers replenishment. Maximum level:
Prevents overstocking.

Ensuring accuracy in inventory records

Ensure regular counts of inventory to ensure errors are caught early

Ensure that every incoming part is verified and recorded correctly

Inspect all incoming parts for damage, accuracy and compatibility

Check the capturing of received items into the system for accuracy

Investigate and resolve mismatches between physical and system inventory

Optimising warehouse organisation

Maintain an organised storage layout based on part categories

Ensure shelves and bins are accurately labelled

Ensure stock is rotated routinely new items placed behind older stock so the oldest gets picked first.

Maintain cleanliness and accessibility to all stock

Implementing inventory control policies and procedures

Ensure all staff adhere to the internal controls in place

Ensure all documentation for audits, including purchase orders, delivery receipts etc are accurately maintained

Providing insights to management

Collaborate with senior management regarding providing updates on the department's progress and presenting actionable insights

Actively engaging in regular communication with internal departments such as finance and purchasing to enhance operational efficiency

Arranging discussions around potential improvements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Matric

At least 3-5 years experience

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of application

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