Stock Controller

Henred Fruehauf; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Boksburg is seeking a Stock Controller to manage stock levels and ensure accuracy in shipments. Responsibilities include comparing received items with orders, resolving discrepancies, and developing stock management strategies. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possesses strong problem-solving skills. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the efficiency and effectiveness of stock management processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and self-motivated.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Compare items received against items ordered and manage incoming stock.
• Ensure accuracy of outgoing orders and respective stock records.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in stock.
• Develop stock management strategies to reduce losses and maximize space.
• Collaborate with warehouse management for efficient stock arrangement.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Self-motivated

Experience of managing stock levels

Job description

Overview

The role of Stock Controller is a newly created one with the main objective being to operate as a key link between Purchasing, Operations and Warehouse functions. This will involve monitoring stock levels, movements, locations and a strategic use of space and processes. The aim of the role is to continually reduce the number of stock losses, write offs and customer / supplier stock queries year on year.

The individual will need to be able to work independently and be self-motivated. They should also possess strong problem-solving skills and have a keen eye for detail.

Main Responsibilities

• Compare items received against items ordered and ensure incoming stock is receipted and managed appropriately.
• Carry out periodic reviews of outgoing orders to ensure accuracy of shipments and respective stock records.
• Ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are investigated, addressed, and resolved.
• Investigate and correct discrepancies in reported quantities and locations of all stock.
• Help develop the company’s stock management strategy with the aim of reducing losses and obsolete stock, rationalising inventory, and maximising available space.
• Work with the warehouse management to ensure proper arrangement of stock to allow for optimum efficiency / organisation.
• Perform process and system testing to locate and solve problems in data integrity.
• Be responsible for managing and running planned stock takes.
• Perform cyclic stock checks.
• Minimise and removal of obsolete stock.

As with all roles, your responsibilities may change over time depending on the needs of the business and the above list is not exhaustive.

Skills Required

• Problem solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Experience of managing stock levels.