Inventory Controller

Location:

ZA

Pillar: AECI Agri Health

Pay Grade: CU

Date Closing: Aug 14, 2026

Inventory Controller

Department: Supply Chain
Reporting to: Agent Sales & Commercial Services Manager

AECI Plant Health is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Controller to join the team. This role is critical in ensuring accurate inventory management, reconciliation, reporting, and compliance across depots and warehouses.

The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining inventory integrity, supporting audits, resolving stock discrepancies, and driving continuous improvement in inventory control processes.

The position may be based at either the Paarl or Chloorkop site, and applications are welcomed from candidates in both locations.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Reconciliation

Perform monthly inventory reconciliations between systems (e.g. Syspro) and the General Ledger
Investigate and resolve stock variances across warehouses
Process stocktake variances, stock adjustments, and charge-outs
Monitor and report on inventory metrics (e.g. goods in transit, open orders)
Oversee and participate in stocktakes and cycle counts

Operational Support

Provide daily support to depots and agents on inventory queries
Manage depot openings and closures, including system setup
Maintain inventory master data and stock codes
Follow up on aged stock and obsolete inventory

Systems & Data Management

Maintain and support Syspro and .NET systems
Set up warehouses and product linkages
Ensure accurate master data management

Audit & Compliance

Support internal and external audits
Ensure compliance with inventory control policies and procedures
Assist with balance sheet reconciliations and month-end processes

Training & Continuous Improvement

Identify training needs within depots
Facilitate and coordinate training for depot personnel
Maintain and improve standard operating procedures

SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality)

Adhere to all SHEQ requirements and company policies
Promote a strong safety culture and report incidents

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Logistics, Finance, or related field (advantageous)

Experience

3–5 years’ experience in inventory control, warehousing, or financial/accounting environment
Experience in stock reconciliations and inventory reporting
Exposure to agrochemical industry (advantageous)

Technical Skills

Strong MS Office skills (especially Excel)
Working knowledge of Syspro
Understanding of inventory accounting and controls

Other Requirements

Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Willingness to work outside normal working hours when required

Key Competencies

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Planning and organisational skills
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Customer-focused and results-driven
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic Supply Chain environment where the successful candidate can contribute to inventory processes, collaborate across teams, and contribute to accurate and efficient stock management, while gaining valuable exposure and supporting overall business performance.

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Requisition ID: 1589