Cycle Counter

Damco Freight Forwarding


Date: 10 hours ago
City: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract type: Full time

Opportunity

Would you like to be part of a value driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? The Cycle Counter will be responsible for executing structured cycle counts, investigating variances, updating the Warehouse Management System (WMS) in real time, and supporting stock integrity across all warehouse locations. The position reports directly to the Inventory Manager and plays a vital role in supporting operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We Offer

Joining Maersk, you will become part of the global family of the company that moves 20% of global trade every day all the way, where one of our core values is Our Employees. It goes without saying that we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to: gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams. When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace, you’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values, to us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together.

Key Responsibilities:

Cycle Counting & Inventory Accuracy

  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts in accordance with the inventory control schedule
  • Ensure count accuracy across various inventory units: pallet, carton, case, pack, and stick
  • Conduct blind counts and initiate wall-to-wall stock takes when necessary
  • Utilize handheld RDT scanners to scan inventory and ensure WMS data accuracy
  • Reconcile physical counts with WMS records, identify discrepancies, and escalate unresolved variances

WMS Operations & Systems Support

  • Operate confidently within the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to complete all counting and reconciliation tasks
  • Investigate stock movement errors, blocked items, and transactional inconsistencies
  • Collaborate with the Inventory Control and IT teams to resolve system-related issues promptly
  • Ensure accurate and timely WMS updates to reflect real-time inventory positions

Variance Investigation & Reporting

  • Conduct root cause analysis on inventory variances and implement corrective actions
  • Prepare and submit daily and weekly inventory accuracy and variance reports
  • Support the month-end reconciliation process and maintain stock accuracy dashboards
  • Engage stakeholders to address and resolve recurring issues affecting inventory integrity

SOP Compliance & Audit Readiness

  • Adhere strictly to all Maersk Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to inventory management
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records for audit purposes
  • Support compliance audits and ensure no major findings through proactive control of inventory processes
  • Handle high-value and sensitive commodities in line with warehouse protocols

5S & HSSE Adherence

  • Maintain organization, cleanliness, labeling, and accessibility within inventory zones according to 5S principles
  • Identify and eliminate unsafe conditions during physical stock handling
  • Operate within all Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE) guidelines applicable to warehousing activities
  • Promote a culture of workplace safety and operational discipline during all inventory-related tasks

Continuous Improvement

  • Participate in process reviews and continuous improvement projects to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency
  • Propose practical improvements to reduce stock discrepancies and enhance cycle count execution
  • Contribute to cross-functional workshops, lean initiatives, and Kaizen activities focused on inventory performance

Minimum Requirements:

Education

  • Matric / Grade 12 (Compulsory)
  • Inventory or Stock Control Certification (SAPICS, APICS, or similar preferred, but not mandatory)

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years in a warehouse environment with proven experience in cycle counting

System Knowledge

  • Proficient in WMS operations; handheld scanner use essential

Key Skills

  • Accuracy, analytical mindset, variance investigation, system navigation, teamwork

Other

  • Experience with high-value or regulated stock is advantageous

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