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The role safeguards inventory accuracy through real-time SAP transactions, cycle counts and stock investigations, while upholding Ferrero Quality, Health & Safety and FIFO standards.\nMain Responsibilities:\nInventory Control & SAP\nRecord accurately in SAP the movement of stock from the packaging, raw material and semi-finished warehouses to production (WIP), and of finished and semi-finished goods from production to the respective warehouses.\nProcess all transactions in real time and keep them up to date daily.\nCapture manual records into SAP at the earliest opportunity after system downtime.\nKeep physical stock and SAP balances aligned, and support reconciliations and stock investigations.\nEnsure inventory adjustments are authorized before processing, then verify the reconciliation afterwards.\nInvestigate discrepancies and escalate unresolved variances.\nStock Counts & Monitoring\nPerform daily cycle counts and monthly stock counts, including weekends where required.\nFlag stock counted three times without physically moving, to keep obsolete and slow-moving stock to a minimum.\nMonitor stock ageing and minimum stock levels, and alert the Warehouse Manager early to prevent out-of-stock situations.\nEnsure all stock is correctly identified and labelled according to current procedures.\nReceiving Operations\nCheck, verify and receipt incoming deliveries (raw materials, packaging, toys and semi-finished products) against delivery documentation.\nEnsure stock is packed away in the correct locations.\nKeep accurate receiving records, and assist with incoming deliveries and peak periods.\nCoordinate with Production to ensure materials are always available.\nWarehouse Operations\nApply FIFO consistently in all stock locations so Production always works with the oldest stock first.\nStore stock in line with Ferrero Quality standards.\nMaintain housekeeping according to GMP and 5S principles, and support efficient use of space.\nSupport picking, replenishment and dispatch where required.\nWork alongside the shift forklift driver and operate equipment when operationally necessary.\nTeam Coordination\nAllocate and coordinate daily tasks with forklift drivers and warehouse assistants on shift.\nCoach colleagues on SAP procedures, labelling and inventory accuracy.\nReport to the Warehouse Supervisor / Manager on shift performance and issues.\nQuality, Safety & Compliance\nComply with Ferrero Quality Standards, Health & Safety, HACCP, GMP and company policies.\nMaintain a safe working environment.\nParticipate in internal and external audits.\nComplete and retain warehouse documentation accurately for audit purposes.\nKey Performance Indicators\nInventory accuracy (physical vs SAP)\nCycle count completion and variance resolution\nTimeliness of SAP postings\nFIFO, labelling and housekeeping compliance (GMP/5S audits)\nReceiving accuracy and turnaround time\nSafety and quality audit outcomes\nThe above describes the essential functions and requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties.\nAbout You:\nMinimum Requirements\nEducation\nMatric (Grade 12) certificate.\nExperience\nMinimum 2 years' stock control experience in a manufacturing, FMCG or warehousing environment.\nMinimum 2 years' hands-on SAP experience (IM and MM; exposure to SD and WMS advantageous).\nLicenses\nValid forklift and/or reach truck license (candidates without one may be trained, but it is a strong advantage).\nValid (PPT) license.\nSkills & Competencies\nSound working knowledge of SAP inventory transactions.\nIntermediate Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations) and basic data analysis.\nStrong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.\nProblem solving and investigative ability.\nGood communication and customer service skills.\nAwareness of continuous improvement practices (5S, GMP).\nLeadership potential and willingness to develop into a supervisory role.\nWork Environment & Physical Demands\nWill work in refrigerated rooms (13°C and/or 4°C); suitable protective clothing is provided.\nOccasionally required to lift heavy loads.\nWillingness to work shifts, overtime and weekends when required.\nWhat We Offer:\nCareers with caring built in - discover our benefits here.\nAbout Ferrero:\nFerrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.\nDE&I at Ferrero:\nFerrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. 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