Inventory & Procurement Controller

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003744/KavN

Date posted:

Friday, May 8, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

540 000

SUMMARY:
There are inventory professionals who simply maintain stock levels… And then there are those who understand that inventory accuracy, procurement execution, and operational flow directly impact profitability, customer delivery, and business performance. This opportunity is for the second type.

POSITION INFO:
A well-established industrial and trading business, within a respected group environment, is seeking a highly analytical and operationally strong Inventory and Procurement Controller to take ownership of stock control, procurement execution, logistics coordination, and inventory optimisation across the business.

This role is not suited to a Transactional Buyer or Warehouse Administrator.

We are looking for someone who understands the operational and financial impact of inventory, procurement, and supply chain execution.

The Opportunity:
You will play a critical role in ensuring:

Inventory accuracy;
Procurement efficiency;
Logistics coordination;
Supplier performance; and
Operational continuity.

The environment is fast-paced, industrial, and highly operational, requiring an individual who can manage complexity, enforce process discipline, and operate confidently across procurement, warehousing, and logistics functions.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage high-value inventory control and stock accuracy
Oversee procurement processes and supplier coordination
Handle foreign purchasing and import-related activities
Ensure effective logistics and warehouse coordination
Drive cycle counts, stock investigations, and inventory optimisation
Monitor stock movement, stock holding, and replenishment planning
Liaise with executive management regarding procurement and inventory performance
Maintain strong process control and operational discipline
Support cross-functional operational and commercial teams

Minimum Requirements:

Diploma or Degree in:
- Supply Chain
- Procurement
- Logistics
- Inventory Management
4–5 years’ experience in:
- Inventory control
- Procurement
- Logistics / supply chain
Strong exposure to:
- Industrial environments
- Manufacturing environments
- Trading environments
Experience managing high-value inventory environments
Strong understanding of procurement and logistics workflows

Technical Requirements:

Strong ERP exposure:
- Syspro (highly advantageous)
- SAP or similar ERP systems
Strong reporting and inventory systems capability
Excellent Excel and operational data interpretation skills

What We’re Looking For:

Strong, disciplined, and self-driven professional
Analytical thinker with exceptional problem-solving ability
Operationally assertive and process-oriented
Able to manage pressure, conflict resolution, and operational demands
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Someone respected for accountability, structure, and execution

Why This Role Stands Out:

Exposure to a highly operational industrial environment
Opportunity to influence inventory performance and operational efficiency directly
Stable and established business with long-term growth potential
High level of ownership and visibility within the business

Important:
This role is best suited to professionals who:

Understand both procurement and inventory deeply
Have worked within structured industrial or manufacturing environments
Can operate independently while driving operational discipline
Are commercially aware and operationally sharp

If you are a top-tier inventory and procurement professional who thrives in high-accountability operational environments, we invite you to apply for a confidential discussion.

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