Storeman

We are seeking an experienced Storeman to take responsibility for the effective management and coordination of the stores function within a branch environment. The successful candidate will oversee stock control, stock movements, inventory accuracy and related SAP transactions, while ensuring that customers receive a reliable and efficient service.

This role is ideal for an experienced Storeman who has progressed beyond day-to-day warehouse duties and is comfortable supervising stores activities, managing stock discrepancies and working extensively on SAP.

• Take full responsibility for the stores function within the branch.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of stores staff.
• Monitor stock in transit and ensure that no unauthorised stock movements are made to the store location.
• Monitor weekly One-Step stock movements into the branch and investigate and report discrepancies.
• Review weekly SAP-generated stock orders and make adjustments based on branch requirements.
• Source additional stock from Head Office or other branches when required to meet demand.
• Resolve customer stock queries by reconciling SAP records, couriered stock and physical stock.
• Conduct and manage physical stock counts.
• Capture and post physical stock counts on SAP.
• Investigate and report stock discrepancies identified during stock counts.
• Monitor stock levels and recommend appropriate safety stock levels based on sales performance.
• Proactively identify potential stock shortages and implement measures to minimise stockouts.
• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure all stock movements are correctly processed.
• Liaise with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure efficient stock availability and service delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12.
• 2–3 years’ experience at a Storeman I level or in a similar stores/stock-control environment.
• Proven ability to supervise and coordinate stores activities within a branch.
• Working knowledge and practical experience using SAP Warehousing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Knowledge of ZOHO CRM, particularly for repairs tracking.
• Strong stock-control and inventory-management experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

SAP Knowledge

Experience with relevant SAP transactions, including:

• MB5T – Stock in Transit
• MB51 – Stock Movements
• ME57 / ME21N – Purchasing
• VL108 / VL02N – Delivery Processing
• MMBE – Stock Overview
• MI01 / MI04 / MI07 – Physical Inventory
• MB51 – 701 & 702 Stock Movements
• MD04 – Stock/Requirements List

Key Competencies

• Customer-centric approach.
• Strong organisational and stock-control skills.
• Methodical and highly detail-oriented.
• Good problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
• Ability to supervise and coordinate a team effectively.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced branch environment.

Please note that only suitable candidates will be contacted.