Inventory Clerk

Following continued growth, a well-run logistics company in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal is creating a new Inventory Clerk position. The right person will be hands-on, organised, and easy to work with.

Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. Send your CV through today and take the first step towards this opportunity.

• Plan and coordinate transportation activities including route planning, load consolidation, carrier selection, and delivery scheduling.
• Supervise warehouse staff including pickers, packers, and forklift drivers, ensuring work is carried out safely and efficiently.
• Manage vehicle fleet maintenance and servicing schedule, ensuring all vehicles are serviced on time and kept roadworthy.
• Monitor and report on KPIs including on-time delivery rates, inventory accuracy, warehouse throughput, and transport costs.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, delivery shortfalls, damaged goods, and returns, implementing corrective actions.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills to build effective working relationships with internal teams and external providers.
• Proficiency in using warehouse management systems, transport management systems, or ERP systems such as SAP.
• A valid driver's licence is essential; own transport may be required for roles involving site visits or shift work.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements.