Position: Inventory Controller
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (6 months, with possible extension)
Location: Remote Mine Site Southern Africa
Roster: 6 weeks on site / 3 weeks off rotation
Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Inventory Controller to lead the setup and optimization of inventory management systems and practices at a remote mining operation in Southern Africa. This is a hands-on role requiring deep technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and the ability to coach and uplift local teams.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inventory System Setup: Design and implement robust inventory control systems tailored to mining operations.
- Material Master Improvement:
- Standardize and enhance item coding
- Develop accurate technical descriptions
- Integrate OEM part numbers
- Establish and maintain min/max stock levels
- Stock Rationalization:
- Identify and eliminate redundant or obsolete stock
- Support disposal or repurposing strategies
- Bill of Materials (BoMs):
- Develop BoMs for critical assets and equipment
- Align BoMs with maintenance and procurement plans
- Material Requirements Planning (MRP):
- Initiate and manage MRP processes
- Forecast demand based on operational schedules
- Stock Holding Review:
- Audit current practices and procedures
- Recommend and implement improvements
- Inventory Optimization:
- Balance availability with cost-efficiency
- Reduce stockouts and overstocking
- Staff Coaching & Development:
- Train warehouse and procurement personnel
- Promote best practices and system literacy
- Stakeholder Management
- Ensure ongoing communication with Management
- Have weekly head of section meetings, Information sessions and training sessions where required or new/change in processes.
- Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to.
- Implementation a culture of best practice maintenance.
- Ensure safety, legal and company policies are adhered to.
Minimum Requirements:
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum 5 years experience in inventory control, preferably in mining or heavy industry
- Strong understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Pronto, Oracle)
- Proven experience in setting up inventory systems from scratch
- Technical aptitude in mechanical/electrical components and mining equipment
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently in remote and challenging environments
- Strong interpersonal and coaching skills
- Previous remote site or international mining experience advantageous.
- Fluent in English
Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in automation and process control.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- High safety and compliance awareness.
- Ability to work independently in remote site conditions.
- Proactive mindset for system improvements and optimisation.