Inventory Manager

Location: Hout Bay

## Inventory Manager Apply:
Hout Bay - Western Cape:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
End Date:
September 21, 2026 (5 days left to apply):
JR105947

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To implement, monitor, and analyse, inventory processes and activities that safeguard the integrity of store stock. This role is key in identifying and reporting financial stock risk exposure, driving actions that positively influence business cash flow and improving stock holding efficiencies. Through accurate reporting, strong controls, and proactive problem-solving, as the Inventory Manager you will ensure optimal stock accuracy, availability, and profitability.
** Minimum requirements
** Grade 12 /Matric / NQF4 equivalent3 years’ experience in inventory control or stock management role  Strong understanding of stock counts, stock movements and loss prevention processes  Experience working with retail systems and reporting tools (e.g. SAP or similar)  Proven ability to analyse data and identify root causes of stock variances  Computer literate (MS Office)
** Key responsibilities
**** Inventory Control & Risk Management
** Execute the full stock count plan, including national, divisional, and ad hoc counts  Ensure effective exit management controls to minimize stock losses  Manage dormant, obsolete, and overstock processes to optimize working capital  Analyze stock discrepancies and posting variances and advise store management on corrective actions  Ensure all stock movement processes are followed accurately, including shop use, reduce-to-clear (RTC), inter-department transfers, inter-branch transfers, and waste  
** Merchandising & Stock Availability
** Print, analyze, and interpret daily and weekly stock reports, including in-store category reviews (dormant – weekly), negative stock, and on-shelf availability  Confirm stock availability by location for dormant, obsolete, and exit stock  Identify and report deviations from merchandising standards and administrative controls to FAM, Fresh Foods, and/or Store Manager  Report non-compliance with inventory movement processes and ensure corrective action is taken  
** Systems, Reporting & Administration
** Verify stock-related reports and system postings with the Store Manager  Analyse and investigate all operational stock and movement reports  Plan and coordinate ad hoc stock counts in response to store or operational needs  Maintain system integrity and ensure accuracy of stock data at all times  Complete and manage the stock svailability programme on a daily and weekly basis  
** People Management & Development
** Coach, supervise, and support inventory and departmental staff on stock control processes  Build inventory discipline across the store through training and regular feedback  Promote accountability and adherence to SOPs
** Closing date:
Sunday 20 September 2026*
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