Pharmacy Stock Controller

Clinix Health Group Ltd; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Pharmacy Stock Controller in Gauteng, Soweto. The role involves full accountability for stock control including auditing, counting, and reconciling stock. Candidates should have a Grade 12, a Basic Pharmacist Assistant Certificate, and 2-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital setting. Effective team participation and knowledge of stock control systems like SAP are essential. This position requires a proactive approach to maintaining stock levels to ensure optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience in stock control, preferably in a hospital environment.
• Administrative support in a hospital environment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal stock levels and stock availability.
• Perform cyclic stock counts to minimize stock loss.
• Take responsibility for barcoding and packing of surgical items.
• Pick and capture stock for issuance to theatre and wards.

Skills

Knowledge of pharmaceutical stock control systems

Computer proficiency in SAP

Experience in stock control

Education

Grade 12

Basic Pharmacist Assistant Certificate

Job description

Job title: Pharmacy Stock Controller

Job Location: Gauteng, Soweto

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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Job Summary

The Stock controller will accept full responsibility and accountability for the control of stock, including but not limited to, auditing, counting, reconciling, replenishing, ordering, issuing, and condemning.

The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the collective efforts between relevant departments in order to maximize proper stock control and limit mismanagement of stock.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant Certificate
• Knowledge and experience of a pharmaceutical stock control system, consignment stock, theatre stock
• 2-4 years’ experience in stock control, preferably in a hospital environment.
• Computer proficiency – SAP or similar.
• Administrative support in a hospital environment would be advantageous

Minimum Job Requirements

• Assist the theatre with maintaining optimal stock levels and stock availability by compiling order according to minimum and maximum stock level.
• Perform cyclic stock counts to minimize stock loss and to ensure rotation of stock.
• Take responsibility for barcoding and packing of surgical items.
• Pick and capture stock to be issued to theatre and wards/units and capture stock transfers from other hospitals.
• Sign off credit slips after being reconciled by the Data Capture and capture invoices during the Data capturer’s absence.
• Adhere to the principles of Lean management (i.e. reducing wastage and unnecessary expenditure) without compromising patient care whilst ensuring minimal wastage.
• Participate as a team member and contribute effectively towards achievement of unit goals.