Retail Stock Controller

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Health insurance

Growth opportunities

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Retail Stock Controller for a remote role to oversee inventory accuracy and stock integrity. You will leverage data analysis to optimize stock levels, prevent loss, and support efficient sales operations from a remote setting.

Ideal candidates will have proven retail inventory management experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with ERP systems to drive continuous improvements and ensure stock accuracy across all channels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management or stock control in retail.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical skills with ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail for remote accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage all aspects of inventory, ensuring accurate stock counts across channels.
• Implement and enforce stock control procedures to minimize shrinkage, damage, and obsolescence.
• Analyze inventory data to forecast demand and optimize replenishment.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams for timely movement of goods.
• Generate regular reports on stock status, turnover, and related metrics for management.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Stock control

Remote accuracy

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Retail Stock Controller to manage inventory and stock integrity remotely. In this critical role, you will oversee all aspects of stock management, from receiving and tracking to ensuring accuracy and minimizing discrepancies. You will leverage technology and data analysis to optimize stock levels, prevent loss, and support efficient sales operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills to contribute to the supply chain and operational efficiency of a leading retail organization, all from a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage all aspects of inventory, ensuring accurate stock counts and levels across all channels.
• Implement and enforce stock control procedures to minimize shrinkage, damage, and obsolescence.
• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimize stock replenishment.
• Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely and efficient movement of goods.
• Generate regular reports on stock status, inventory turnover, and related metrics for management review.

Requirements

• Proven experience in inventory management , stock control, or a similar role within the retail sector.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and ERP systems .
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate actionable insights.
• Strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail, essential for remote accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related incentives.
• Flexible remote work arrangement, offering a great work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative virtual team focused on operational excellence.