Materials Controller
Executive Placements · Ceres
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• Project Kit Preparation & Dispatch: Prepare, pack, and dispatch project kits in line with bill of materials and project timelines. Ensure accuracy, flag shortages in advance, and coordinate with teams to meet site readiness requirements. • Stock Control & Inventory Management: Maintain accurate binning, labeling, and physical stock alignment with system records. Perform monthly cycle counts and contribute to quarterly stock aging reports. • Returns Handling & Warranty Intake: Process returned materials, separate and tag faulty items for warranty purposes, and ensure clear documentation. Reconcile reusable vs. scrapped inventory. • Delivery Coordination & Communication: Manage dispatch documentation, communicate delivery schedules with logistics teams, and ensure proof of delivery is recorded and verified. Act as a feedback link between warehouse and project teams. • Warehouse Compliance & Housekeeping: Conduct weekly safety and housekeeping inspections. Maintain a safe and compliant warehouse environment with proper racking, fire lane, and hazard area management.
Candidate Profile Minimum Qualifications:
• Grade 12 (Matric) Advantageous:
• Post-school training or certification in logistics, stock control, or inventory management Experience Required:
• At least 3 years of experience in warehousing, logistics, or stock control (preferably in electrical, solar, or construction environments) Preferred Knowledge:
- Familiarity with solar PV components such as inverters, batteries, racking systems, and cabling is a strong advantage
Key Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy
- Clear communicator with proactive follow-up skills
- Organised, dependable, and self-motivated
- Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
- Safety-conscious with a good understanding of warehouse compliance standards
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