Perpetual Inventory Controller (External Applications Only)

Cashbuild; Qonce; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking a Perpetual Inventory Controller in Qonce to maintain accurate stock records and ensure compliance with inventory management procedures. The role requires strong numeric skills and the ability to work under pressure while conducting regular stock counts and managing discrepancies. Ideal candidates will have a minimum Grade 12 qualification and effective communication abilities, capable of adhering to company values and customer service standards.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year work-related experience or 2 years related experience.
• Must be literate.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical cycle stock counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Conduct mini stock-takes and assist with full stock-takes.
• Report variances to Store Manager.

Skills

Communication

Numeric Skills

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Education

Minimum Grade 12

Job description

Description

About the job: Perpetual Inventory Controller (External Applications Only)

Perform physical cycle stock counts and verify to system stock on hand. Reconcile and investigate causes for discrepancies and capture variances identified. Identify and report on damaged stock, incorrect pricing, SKUs.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 and 1 (one) year work-related experience or 2 (two) years related experience
• Ability to communicate in English and the dominant language spoken in the geographical area where the position is available
• Must be literate
• Must have strong numeric skills
• Must be accurate and able to work under pressure
• Must have basic computer skills
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Key Performance Areas

Perpetual Inventory Counts

• Count stock daily according to the PIC Count Cycle
• Investigate all variances, report results to the Store Manager
• Rectify negative stock quantities daily after approval
• Identify and report damaged stock
• Conduct mini stock-takes as instructed by management
• Assist with wall-to-wall stock-take preparations and report concerns
• Perform normal PIC counts during full stock-take

Reporting

• Report variances and irregularities to Store or Divisional Manager
• Report on incorrect pricing, SKUs, damaged stock, poor merchandising

PIC Adjustments

• Ensure adjustments are verified and signed off
• Validate and file the End of Day Report
• Report unprocessed adjustments prior to end of trading day

Filing and Administration

• Complete, sign, and file all PIC documents daily

Ready for Business

Adhere to Ready for Business and Beyond my Control as per the CB Way

Customer Service

• Follow dress code, display name badge, assist with customer complaints promptly

Safety (OHSA) Requirements

• Ensure safety compliance, report discrepancies, use correct safety equipment

Values

Integrity

• Maintain standards, keep promises, handle sensitive info, be sincere

Accuracy

• Handle detailed info carefully, ensure accuracy, check work for mistakes

Client Focus

• Respond to client needs, deal friendly, involve in solutions, make clients welcome

Personal Development

• Recognize strengths and weaknesses, seek growth opportunities, ask for feedback