Key Responsibilities:
Inventory Management, Stock Optimization, Data Management & Reporting:
Oversee the entire stock control process, ensuring inventory levels meet operational requirements without excessive surplus or shortage
Maintain accurate records of stock movements, purchases, and usage of raw materials, parts, equipment, and consumables
Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely ordering and replenishment of stock
Conduct regular stock audits and reconcile discrepancies between physical stock and system records
Analyse and monitor inventory turnover rates, usage trends, and stock levels to improve inventory efficiency and reduce wastage
Implement stock control strategies that ensure cost-effective practices while maintaining operational readiness
Analyse and monitor inventory turnover rates, usage trends, and stock levels to improve inventory efficiency and reduce wastage
Implement stock control strategies that ensure cost-effective practices while maintaining operational readiness
Health, Safety, and Compliance, Supplier and Vendor Relations:
Ensure that stock is stored, handled, and managed according to safety regulations and best practices, including hazardous materials (e.g., chemicals, explosives)
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international regulations governing inventory and supply chain processes
Work closely with the safety and environmental teams to ensure compliance with mining safety standards
Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal departments to address stock shortages or overstock issues
Negotiate with vendors for better pricing, timely delivery, and quality assurance on critical stock items
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders across the supply chain
Team Leadership and Continuous Improvement:
Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to junior stock controllers and warehouse staff
Train staff on stock control processes, inventory systems, and best practices
Identify opportunities for process improvements in inventory control and stock management practices
Lead initiatives to automate or streamline stock control systems and processes
Evaluate and introduce new technologies or methodologies to enhance inventory management
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
Relevant certifications in inventory or logistics management (e.g., APICS, CILT) are a plus
Minimum of 58 years of experience in inventory management, stock control, or supply chain management, with at least 23 years in the mining sector or a related industry
Expertise in stock control techniques, cycle counting, and stock reconciliation
Proficiency in using inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems)
Strong analytical skills to evaluate stock movements and generate insightful reports
Advanced skills in Excel for creating spreadsheets, data analysis, and reporting
Knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory strategies, and procurement processes
Understanding of the health, safety, and environmental regulations in the mining sector
Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding inventory control, hazardous materials, and international trade laws
Basic understanding of logistics and transportation to ensure timely deliveries and stock management