Stock Controller - 2026 Start

InvisionHR; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions firm in Cape Town is looking for a Warehouse Inventory Coordinator to ensure stock accuracy and efficient inventory operations. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 3 years' experience in warehouse stock management, with knowledge of stock control in the food service equipment industry. Responsibilities include conducting stock checks, maintaining inventory records, and collaborating with procurement teams. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Experience with inventory management and stock control.
• Strong administration skills with proficiency in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Label and package stock.
• Conduct weekly stock checks and maintain inventory accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels and make stock replenishment recommendations.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

Administration skills

Communication skills

Strong initiative

Tools

Excel

Inventory management software

Job description

Summary

The role ensures stock accuracy, minimizes discrepancies, and supports efficient inventory operations.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in warehouse stock management, with a solid understanding of stock control processes within food service equipment industry.

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Stikland, Cape Town
Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 08:00-16:30 – Friday 08:00-16:00
Salary: Market related and commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

• Label and package stock.
• Conduct weekly stock checks and full stock counts every 4 months (quarterly) and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Create a stock check procedure/system to ensure weekly stock counts are accurate.
• Maintain stock control procedures or develop procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management software/system.
• Monitor inventory levels and make recommendations for stock replenishment
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Manage and report information on faulty stock or returned stock/products
• Ensure storage areas are kept clean, tidy, and compliant with safety standards.

Team support

• Work closely with sales, marketing and procurement teams and inform them of stock that seems to not be selling in order for them to work out strategies to improve sales.
• Work with the buying/procurement team to ensure accurate forecasting of sales trends and product demand.
• Coordinate with the buying/procurement team to ensure stock levels are sufficient to meet demand.
• Maintain good relationships with any suppliers or other parties involved in the stock of the business.

Competencies

• Enthusiastic, passionate and dynamic nature
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Independent and self-motivated
• Strong initiative and decision-making skills
• Highly organized and detail oriented
• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
• Data-driven mindset for reporting

Requirements

• At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience with inventory management, stock control and management
• Strong Administration and Computer skills (Emails, Word, Excel)
• Experience within food service equipment industry - advantageous