VOPS Inventory Controller

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The key purpose of this role to plan, implement and control storage and supply of raw materials, to optimize plant availability and to optimize the inventory controls. Ensure all governance processes and documentation are followed and completed. Manage physical movement of inventory and ensure this is correctly reflected in SAP. Control raw materials and finished goods inventory levels.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Direct and manage local VOPs Logistics Stocks:

• Ensure all barley movements are executed to ensure timeous stocks at malting plants [Select, plan, order, monitor and intake of local barley according to Tactical Plan]
• Ensure accurate stock levels at all times
• Co-ordinate the capture of local barley stock quantities and quality data located at co-operatives and outside storages for planning and draw-off purposes
• Select, plan and instruct depots to transfer specific local barley lots of particular quality that will allow blend-makeup as per Tactical Plan
• Report any deviations to enable the update of the Tactical plan
• Responsible for stock control of all VOPs owned stock at 3rd party sites, month end processes and the communication thereof

Implement and sustain assigned LCP Pillars:

• Develop the LCP implementation plan based on the current zone requirements and aspirations
• Adhere to all LCP routines and standards
• Utilize all the LCP problem solving tools and implement recommendations thereof
• Always participate in all the Zone LCP Audits for improved LCP implementation

Interaction with external service provides/customers:

• Ensure lasting solid working relationships and healthy co-operation, co-ordination and sustainable communications are developed as the success of this position is highly reliant on the performance of numerous internal and external services and suppliers
• Ensure and maintain excellent working relations with the Finance team, Central Planning [local malt supply] and Mubex [malt exports to Africa]
• Plan and manage daily inventory movements
• Ensure proper logistics by liaising with rail and road transporters on at least a weekly basis and as plans change and supply of rail wagons / road trucks deviates

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Good stock and freight inventory knowledge
• Strong analytical ability to convert data into valuable business insights
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good and problem-solving ability
• Stakeholder relationship management

Minimum Requirements:

• 3 years degree/diploma (preferably Accountancy /supply chain management)
• 2-3 years experience in production at a supervisory or junior management level
• Computer literate SAP literacy advantageous

Additional Information:

• Band: VIII

SAB is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with SAB employment equity plan and talent requirements. The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as criteria for short-listing.