Zambia Sugar Plc is a subsidiary of the Illovo Sugar Company (Pty) Ltd Group and is the leading sugar producer in Zambia. Its main activities are the growing of sugar cane, the production and marketing of sugar and other downstream products.

The Company invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following positions in the Supply Chain Department to be based at Nakambala (Mazabuka):

1. Inventory Operations Controller (First Line Management) x1 – Permanent

The position reports to the Inventory Manager.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Partner with Inventory Manager to achieve optimal onsite Inventory stock holding from both a financial and operational perspective.
• Support the Inventory Manager in implementing effective Inventory management process & managing daily stores activities (Receiving).
• Support the Inventory Manager in implementing effective Inventory management process & managing daily stores activities (Issuing).
• Lead, manage and develop Inventory Operational teams.
• Ensure compliance to inventory management policies, strategy, processes, and guidelines, taking into account user needs.
• Promote and adhere to Illovo’s procedures, policies, and guidelines, including, without limitation, those relating to SHERQ, Competition Law and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).

Minimum specifications / Requirements areas

• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Advanced CIPS/Degree in Procurement / Purchasing / Supply Chain Management,/ Business Administration/Management or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in similar role (Procurement / Purchasing / Supply Chain management experience will be an added advantage)
• Demonstrated understanding of stores management and Inventory management systems and processes.
• Demonstrable track record in managing teams.
• Member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).