Senior Inventory Controller & Coordinator

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

• 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.