Senior Inventory Controller & Coordinator

Recruiter:

Time Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT005230/Jol

Date posted:

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you an expert in managing the day-to-day operations of stock inventory and overseeing performance in partnership with a warehouse provider?

A bespoke décor supplier based in Cape Town, is seeking a detail-oriented professional to take ownership of stock availability for project-related rentals and returns. This role carries full accountability for inventory accuracy, availability and cost control, while working closely with third-party décor suppliers where in-house items are unavailable.

POSITION INFO:
REQUIREMENTS

Matric, with relevant tertiary qualification
Minimum 4 years’ experience in home décor, inventory, warehouse or operational roles
Strong commercial judgement and cost awareness
A genuine interest and eye for bespoke home décor and interiors
Confidence working cross-functionally with Design, Finance, Client Success and Operations
Excellent relationship-building skills in a hybrid or remote environment
High attention to detail with strong follow-through
High proficiency with systems and tools eg monday.com, Veeqo, Shopify or similar platforms
Calm, accountable and solutions-focused under pressure
Stable fiber internet connection, and back up solution to loadshedding
Own laptop capable of running multiple programmes (dual screens highly desirable)
Dedicated home office or professional working space
Hybrid working, 2 days a week from Cape Town office
The wider business is operational 7 days per week — occasional weekend work may be required, but unlikely

DUTIES

Take full ownership of the end-to-end management of home décor inventory.
Oversee the warehouse partner relationship, including storage planning and optimisation.
Ensure accurate, real-time visibility of stock levels, locations, and condition.
Forecast storage capacity requirements and associated costs; implement corrective actions where necessary.
Monitor inventory levels and anticipate demand in line with project pipelines.
Plan and procure stock in alignment with pipeline requirements, creative direction, and cash flow.
Manage returns from completed projects, including quality control assessments.
Determine repair, reuse, resale, or disposal strategies for décor items.
Coordinate picking, preparation, and single-drop installations.
Oversee collections following project completion.
Provide operational support to third-party décor partners.
Align planning, cost assumptions, and warehouse capacity with overall project strategy.
Manage timelines to prevent duplication, delays, or installation conflicts.
Maintain accurate inventory systems, controls, and reporting.
Drive ongoing operational improvements and cost efficiencies.

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience

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