Are you someone who thrives on precision, planning, and problem-solving at scale? This role sits at the heart of our operations ensuring that every card, device, and VAS product gets to the right place, at the right time, across South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe.
You’ll take ownership of the full inventory lifecycle from supplier coordination and warehouse management to cross-border logistics ensuring seamless availability that keeps our business moving forward.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Inventory & Supplier Management
Own the end-to-end procurement of card stock and VAS products
Build strong supplier relationships and resolve delivery challenges
Maintain optimal stock levels and ensure compliance standards are met
Cross-Border Distribution
Coordinate distribution across multiple countries
Work closely with logistics and customs partners
Monitor stock levels regionally and drive proactive replenishment
Warehouse & Stock Control
Oversee inventory storage, security, and batch tracking
Conduct stock counts and resolve discrepancies
Ensure accurate, reliable stock data at all times
Agent & Branch Enablement
Allocate inventory to agents and branches efficiently
Process stock requests within agreed timelines
Support new agents with onboarding stock requirements
VAS Product Lifecycle
Manage SIM cards, devices, and other VAS products
Support demand planning and forecasting
Oversee returns, discontinued items, and product compliance
Operational Projects
Support platform migrations (e.g., stock alignment for system changes)
Manage stock transitions and reduce risk of obsolete inventory
Reporting, Compliance & Audits
Produce accurate inventory and stock movement reports
Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulations
Support finance with audits and reconciliations
What You Bring
Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field
4–6 years’ experience in inventory or supply chain management
Experience across multiple locations or regions
Strong systems knowledge (SAP, Oracle, Sage, or similar)
Skills That Set You Apart
Advanced Excel and data analysis capability
Strong understanding of inventory control and logistics
Ability to forecast demand and analyse trends
Knowledge of compliance and stock security practices
Key Attributes
Highly detail-oriented with strong accuracy
Excellent organisational and planning skills
Proactive problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
High integrity when handling sensitive inventory
I am sure you are reading this job description and meet majority of the criteria BUT you may also still not be 100% comfortable in applying. We believe that there is a place for everyone under the Mukuru sun and we want YOU to contribute to our diverse tapestry of talent. So come on, take a leap of faith, and send your application if you meet majority of our requirements. Remember to include a snippet of how you will bring value and help us build a future of success that will help us determine where and how you may best be suited” Maybe you are just the future Mukurian we need!!
Should you be appointed in a remote/work from home role at Mukuru, it is your responsibility to ensure that you have uninterrupted internet connectivity and a ‘work-like’ environment at your home location, in order to deliver your best in terms of performance, productivity and service to our customers.
If you do not receive any response after two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
NB: ALL STAFF APPOINTMENTS WILL BE MADE WITH DUE CONSIDERATION OF THE COMPANY’S DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION PLANS