{"id":31772,"date":"2026-03-11T14:00:50","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/inventory-lead-specialist-compo\/"},"modified":"2026-03-11T14:00:50","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:00:50","slug":"inventory-lead-specialist-compo","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/inventory-lead-specialist-compo\/","title":{"rendered":"Inventory Lead Specialist (COMPO)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>PURPOSE AND MISSION OF THE JOB:<\/p>\n<p>\tResponsible for checking Inventory levels, identify gaps and conduct cycle counts; and identifying, researching and solving material count inaccuracies to preserve data integrity.<br \/>\n\tThe employee must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain the expected work pace and meet productivity guidelines set by Alstom Ubunye.<\/p>\n<p>KEY NETWORK &amp; LINKS:<\/p>\n<p>\tInternal: Line Managers, Warehousing, Testing Technicians (PME), Process and manufacturing Engineering staff, Procurement, Industrial Quality team, other Shift Supervisors, Continuous Improvement, other Testing Operators.<br \/>\n\tEnsure the processes associated with maintaining an accurate inventory are being adhered to.\u00a0<br \/>\n\tDevise ways to optimize inventory control procedures.<br \/>\n\tPerform cycle counts by reviewing documentation and verifying against perpetual stock in inventory.<br \/>\n\tCommunicate and address concerns and issues.<br \/>\n\tIdentify and research new procedures and protocols for process improvement; present these to warehouse management.<br \/>\n\tInvestigate discrepancies and inventory shortages (A3 root cause).<br \/>\n\tMonitor inventory to avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus.<br \/>\n\tLaunch root cause analysis for any discrepancies<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met.<br \/>\n\tReport to material planners and upper management on stock levels, issues etc.<\/p>\n<p>MAJOR KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS<\/p>\n<p>\tInventory Accuracy in quantity and value<br \/>\n\tCycle counts adherence<br \/>\n\tAnnual wall to wall stock count<\/p>\n<p>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>\tGrade 12<br \/>\n\tSupply Chain Diploma or equivalent<br \/>\n\tStudying towards a qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics or similar field<\/p>\n<p>KNOWLEDGE \/ EXPERIENCE \/BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES<\/p>\n<p>\t3 &#8211; 5 years administration experience.<br \/>\n\tSAP and MS Office Knowledge is mandatory.<br \/>\n\tIndustrial knowledge, Basic product knowledge and rolling stock manufacturing process.<br \/>\n\tRun data analysis and pays close attention to details<br \/>\n\tAbility to accurately track inventory and compile inventory reports<br \/>\n\tAn analytical mind with strong math skills<br \/>\n\tOperational Know How (incl. 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