Receiving Clerk

Helderberg Personnel Cc; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food sector is seeking a Receiving Clerk to manage incoming stock, ensure accurate inventory control, and assist in logistics for their frozen food division. The ideal candidate will be reliable, detail-oriented, and physically capable of handling stock in cold environments. This full-time position requires a strong work ethic and the ability to follow strict processes.

Qualifications

• Physically capable of lifting cartons and moving stock.
• Experience in food manufacturing or warehouse roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming stock against delivery notes.
• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes.
• Support logistics for frozen food orders.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Process-driven Mindset

Strong Work Ethic

Computer Literacy

Job description

Receiving Clerk Core Functions

Receive incoming stock (including raw ingredients, perishables & non-perishables, packaging materials, dry ice, etc.).

Accurately verify quantities and condition of goods against supplier delivery notes and internal purchase orders. Maintain proper documentation and file records meticulously. Label and move stock into designated storage areas according to our systems. Flag and escalate discrepancies or quality concerns immediately.

Secondary Responsibilities

Stock Control / Inventory Support

• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes across both frozen and dry goods.
• Work with operations and finance to ensure accurate stock capturing.
• Identify variances and assist with root-cause investigations.
• Keep stock areas clean, orderly and audit-ready at all times.

Logistics & Packing Assistance (Frozen Food Division)

• Support the Frozen Food Business Manager in preparing insulated shipping containers.
• Ensure correct dry ice quantities are packed per shipping requirements.
• Follow strict SOPs on timing, temperature control and labelling for frozen orders.
• Help stage outgoing orders accurately and on schedule for courier pickups.

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Rock-solid reliability on time, every time.
• High attention to detail; counting errors cost us money and reputation.
• Process-driven mindset; no shortcuts, follow the method.
• Strong work ethic; we are a small team, and every person matters.
• Physically capable role including lifting cartons, moving stock, and working in cold environments.
• Computer literate; proficient in tools like spreadsheets and data capturing.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in food manufacturing, warehouse, or receiving roles.
• Exposure to HACCP, FIFO stock management, or cold chain logistics.

Hours

Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:00 - 17:00).