Materials Co-Ordinator

SUMMARY:

Materials Coordinator (Contract / Temporary)

📍 Port Elizabeth
🏭 Manufacturing Industry
A well-established manufacturing company in Port Elizabeth is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Materials Co-ordinator to join their team on a contract basis.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate stock records and reliable operational data. As the Materials Co-ordinator, you will play an important role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials through the manufacturing process, helping production teams operate efficiently and ensuring customer demands are met.
You will be responsible for monitoring inventory movements, capturing manufacturing data, reconciling stock discrepancies, and supporting production and supply chain teams with accurate information. If you have strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and experience in inventory or materials coordination within a manufacturing or mining environment, this opportunity could be a great fit.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock levels are correctly reflected across all systems.
• Monitor inventory movements and perform regular stock counts and reconciliations.
• Capture and record manufacturing process data accurately and in real time.
• Generate reports to support production planning and supply chain operations.
• Ensure stock control processes align with company procedures, quality standards, and operational policies.
• Support internal and external audits related to inventory and materials management.
• Work closely with manufacturing, procurement, and sales teams to ensure materials and products are available when required.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and zero-harm practices within the workplace.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric with a tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or mining environment.
• Solid understanding of inventory management and stock control processes, including cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Experience capturing and maintaining production or manufacturing data.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP advantageous) and Microsoft Excel.
• Good understanding of supply chain processes, including procurement, warehousing, and distribution.

 

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