Inventory Specialist Job Vacancy at Shanta Gold, Songwe – August 2026

Inventory Specialist

Shanta Mining Company Limited – Inventory Specialist

Location: New Luika Gold Mine, Tanzania
Company: Shanta Mining Company Limited
Position: Inventory Specialist
Application Deadline: 1 September 2026

About the Opportunity

Shanta Mining Company Limited is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Inventory Specialist to join its team at New Luika Gold Mine.

The company is looking for a safety-conscious, results-driven and committed professional to fill this position.

INVENTORY SPECIALIST

• Department: Mine Administration

• Reports to: Mine Administration Manager

• Roster: 42 Days ON, 21 Days OFF (6/3) Weeks.

ROLE PURPOSE To manage and optimise consumables and spare-parts inventory to ensure the timely and reliable supply of materials required for mining operations. The role will maintain appropriate inventory levels based on usage, availability and criticality while supporting cost reduction, service-level performance and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage inventory levels, replenishment and re-order requirements to ensure adequate availability of critical, insurance and fast-moving materials while minimising redundant and excess stock.

• Plan and control stock counts, investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies, process approved stock adjustments, and manage Vendor Managed Inventory reconciliations and purchase requisitions.

• Maintain accurate inventory master data and stock classifications in Syspro, review new stock introduction requests, monitor historical stock movements and manage obsolete, redundant and excess inventory.

• Coordinate with Heads of Department and end users on Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), stock requirements and equipment changes, and participate in Underground and Process Plant production meetings to address inventory requirements and queries.

• Prepare and maintain accurate daily, weekly and monthly inventory reports and provide inventory information and analysis to support operational and stock-management decisions.

• Supervise, train and develop inventory personnel, manage available manpower effectively, and ensure inventory activities comply with Company safety, health, environmental, asset-protection and operational requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Procurement & Supplies, Engineering or related field.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a similar inventory management or control role.

• Previous experience in the mining or construction industry will be an added advantage.

• Demonstrated understanding of stores management, procurement, inventory management systems, finance and related processes.

• Sound knowledge of material movement systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and strong data analysis and reporting skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.

• Experience using Syspro or similar ERP/inventory management system will be an added advantage.

• High standards of honesty, integrity, accountability and teamwork.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit:

• Application letter
• Updated CV
• Copies of relevant certificates

Applications should be sent by email to recruitment@shantagoldltd.com.

Email Subject: Clearly indicate Inventory Specialist as the position applied for.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within 14 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Deadline: 1 September 2026.