Hi, I’m
Gerald Matengabadza
Pinetown
Summary
Results-driven Warehouse Inventory Controller with expertise in inventory management and operational efficiency. Streamlined stock processes through adherence to standard operating procedures and effective team leadership. Committed to optimising inventory control while upholding safety standards and fostering collaboration. Focused on contributing to organisational objectives through precise inventory management and process improvement.
Overview
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Crusader Logistics
Inbound and Outbound Team Supervisor
04.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinating stock take and cycle count as well as capturing and finalising them.
- Receiving, inspecting goods received and ensuring that they are of accurate quantity, type, and acceptable quality.
- Packaging and labelling products before they are dispatched.
- Picking and packing products.
- Selecting space for storage and arranging for goods to be placed in the designated areas.
- Making sure that all inventory processes are completed on the same day.
- Loading and unloading Lorries, vans and other vehicles.
- Maintaining and servicing warehouse tools, machinery and trucks.
- Labelling goods that have arrived at the warehouse.
- Operating forklift and high reach.
- Welcoming and helping clients who visit the branch.
- Contacting transport companies and coordinating dispatch and delivery with them.
- Preparing deliveries for the van drivers.
- Moving and organizing stock.
- Supervising the work of floor staff.
- Ensuring a clean and safe warehouse for staff to work in.
- Storing stock away safely.
- Grouping and storing hazardous on designated area according to company rules and process.
- Signing off and replenishing stock.
- Monitoring stock levels.
- Moving items through the warehouse from receiving to dispatch, to customers.
- Accurately updating all data into computers and manual recording systems.
Freddy Hirsch Family Group
Warehouse Inventory controller
05.2010 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Managed inventory levels in warehouse, conducting regular stock checks to maintain accurate records.
- Analysed stock movement reports, identifying trends to recommend adjustments in ordering patterns.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies between physical stock counts and inventory records, ensuring data integrity.
- Maintained required inventory levels at minimal cost.
- Organised stock areas and displays, facilitating product visibility with carefully labelled shelves providing access to goods.
- Prepared detailed inventory reports for management review, highlighting stock levels, discrepancies, and recommendations.
- Cleaned and tidied storage areas to maintain health and safety standards.
- Implemented stock rotation methods, reducing wastage and improving availability of fresh stock.
- Trained new staff in stock control procedures, enhancing team efficiency and accuracy.
- Adjusted stock levels in response to seasonal fluctuations, ensuring optimal stock availability year-round.
- Created inventory management systems to meet high demand volumes.
- Picked and packed customer orders with accuracy, meeting daily productivity targets.
- Understood warehouse product placement, enabling efficient picking and packing services.
- Picked orders to meet productivity targets.
- Assisted team members with picking, packing and processing tasks to increase overall warehouse efficiency.
- Carried out day-to-day warehouse duties with care and attention, maintaining compliance with safety standards.
- Scanned, sorted and diverted packages to appropriate warehouse departments for ease of access and accurate tracking.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the warehouse to support a safe working environment.
- Reported missing or damaged items to management, quickly resolving stock issues to maintain production line efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, minimising damage to goods and ensuring timely dispatch.
- Identified and removed damaged products, quickly replacing items with quality stock to minimise customer delays.
- Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase efficiency.
- Regularly exceeded performance and productivity targets through accurate, efficient picking and packing.
- Handled photocopying documents, updating files and faxing communications for staff.
- Assessed packages and counted stock to ensure delivery accuracy before unloading and processing.
- Consistently complied with workplace health and safety measures to minimise operational risk.
- Maintained excellent physical fitness levels to safely lift and manoeuvre heavy orders and deliveries.
- Restocked shelves with strict attention to detail, utilising time management and organisation skills to maximise efficiency.
- Assisted in the training of new warehouse operatives, sharing knowledge and best practices.
- Followed strict guidelines for handling hazardous materials, prioritising safety and compliance.
- Transferred materials weighing up to 10kg above head using safe manual lifting techniques.
- Moved products using industrial trucks, forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
- Managed inventory movements to process incoming shipments and organise storage areas.
- Conducted regular stock checks, updating inventory management system to maintain accurate records.
- Provided accurate stock reports to warehouse manager to allow for timely reordering.
- Utilised handheld scanners to track merchandise movement and reduce inventory discrepancies.
- Responded to incoming requests for information or forwarded to appropriate individual.
- Managed returns process, inspecting goods for damage and processing refunds or exchanges.
- Observed safety protocols, team-lift specifications and hazard-reporting regulations to safeguard assets and team members.
- Proactively assisted teams in heavy lifting and complex problem-solving tasks, improving operational efficiency.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions to maintenance team for prompt repair.
- Supported office operations by taking on ad-hoc clerical duties.
- Scanned new documentation into system and classified data using standard codes.
- Communicated ideas clearly across multiple channels to assist staff.
- Coordinated with courier services to ensure smooth pick-up and delivery schedules.
- Analysed warehouse processes and suggested improvements to senior management.
- Responded to customer enquiries regarding order status, providing accurate and timely information.
- Proofread and corrected different types of documentation.
- Utilised warehouse management systems to accurately log received inventory.
- Processed inbound shipments efficiently, verifying contents against invoices for accuracy.
- Implemented improvements in receiving processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Participated in team meetings, offering insights for improving inbound logistics.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries regarding order statuses.
- Adhered to health and safety protocols during unloading and storage activities.
- Collaborated with procurement team to resolve discrepancies in shipment quantities.
- Assisted in training new staff on inbound procedures and best practices.
- Managed returns process for defective goods, coordinating with suppliers for replacements.
- Compiled and submitted weekly reports on inbound activity, highlighting key metrics.
- Utilised problem-solving skills to address and rectify receiving discrepancies swiftly.
- Conducted inventory audits periodically to ensure accuracy in stock levels.
- Tracked inbound shipments, providing timely updates to internal stakeholders.
- Liaised with delivery drivers to coordinate prompt unloading of goods and materials.
Education
Varsity College Durban NorthDurban North
Supply Chain and Logistics Management Certificate
11-2016
Biriri High SchoolChimanimani, Zimbabwe
A level from Economics, Mathematics, Geography
01-2006
University Overview
- Economics (B)
- Mathematics (C)
- Geography (B)
Skills
- Experience with WMS
- Experience with SAP
- Experience with SYSPRO
- Supply chain knowledge
- Inventory management
- Stock management
- Stock monitoring
- Stock taking
- Receiving and dispatch
- Warehouse organization
- Dispatch coordination
- Minimising stock loss
- Data entry accuracy
- Process adherence
- Hygiene compliance
- Safety compliance
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Quality Control
- Quality analysis
- Process improvement
- Process implementation
- KPI tracking
- KPI management
- Productivity reporting
- Customer compliance management
- Client relationship management
- Customer service
- Team supervision
- Employee coaching and mentorship
- Team development
- Team building coordination
- Communication proficiency
- Superior communication skills
- Conflict management
- Effective decision making
- Problem-solving skills
- Problem solving
- Works well under pressure
- Meeting tight deadlines
- Multitasking proficiency
- Multitasking efficiency
- Time management
- Expert time management
- Organisational skills
- Task prioritising
- Priority management
- Resource allocation
- Situational awareness
- Shift flexibility
- Diligent work approach
- Attention to detail
- Detail-oriented
- Administrative duties
- Forklift operation
- Sanitation compliance
- Compliance enforcement
- Complaint escalation
- Project reporting
- Team player
- Adaptative leadership
- Numeracy skills
- Literacy skills
- Computer literacy
- Process adherence
- Quality analysis
- Supply chain management
- Priority management
- Multitasking efficiency
- Effective decision making
- Customer loyalty building
- Computer literacy
- Detail-oriented
- Team development
- Conflict management
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Certification
- [Type] Licence
- [Area of study] certified
- Level [Number] [Area of certification]
- Chartered [Area of certification]
- [Area of certification] certified
Custom
- Knowledge of supply chain management and related fields.
- Holding a Forklift license.
- Have excellent numeracy, literacy and organizational skills.
- Delivering excellent customer service to clients who visit the warehouse.
- Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy packages and objects.
- Ability to follow processes and procedures accurately.
- Experience of Excel and other specialist stock tracking software.
- Experience warehouse system programs like WMS, SAP and SYSPRO.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- A comprehensive understanding of safety procedures.
- Minimizing stock loss.
- Meeting tight deadline deliveries.
- Well management on working under pressure.
- A good team player.
- Willing to work overtime at short notice.
- Able to work shifts.
- Have a meticulous and efficient work ethic.
- Attention to detail.
Timeline
Inbound and Outbound Team Supervisor
Crusader Logistics
04.2018 - Current
Warehouse Inventory controller
Freddy Hirsch Family Group
05.2010 - 06.2017
Varsity College Durban North
Supply Chain and Logistics Management Certificate
Biriri High School
A level from Economics, Mathematics, Geography