Stock Controller - East London

E2E Staffing (Pty) Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solutions company in East London is seeking a Stock Controller to manage inventory effectively. Responsibilities include forecasting supply needs, entering purchase details, and overseeing inventory audits. Candidates should have a Matric certificate and proven stock management experience, along with strong communication skills. Join us to enhance profitability and maintain product quality!

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Stock Controller, Inventory Manager or similar role.
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures.
• Active participation in inventory audits.

Responsibilities

• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking.
• Enter purchase details into internal databases.
• Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Attention to detail

Organization skills

Time management

Negotiation abilities

Education

Matric, Grade 12 certificate

Tools

Inventory management software

Job description

Stock ControllerWe are looking for a Stock Controller to manage our inventory and purchase merchandise based on our company's needs. Stock Controller responsibilities include tracking shipments, replenishing items according to business needs and implementing purchases.

Overseeing inventory audits and maintaining reports of purchases and pricing.

To be successful in this role, you should be familiar with supply chain procedures and have good communication skills to interact with vendors, clients, and internal teams. Ultimately, you will increase profitability and effectiveness by maintaining optimal stock levels of quality products at all times.

Responsibilities

• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out-of-stock (OOS)
• Enter purchase details (vendors information, invoices, and pricing) into internal databases
• Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed
• Track shipments and address any delays
• Oversee storage of products
• Evaluate suppliers' offers and negotiate profitable deals
• Liaise with warehouse staff and other internal teams to test products' quality (status upon delivery and storage conditions)
• Keep updated inventory records (including daily shipments)
• Ensure purchases do not exceed budget
• Follow up on orders placed into the factory
• Thorough attention to detail
• Organization and Time Management Skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Ability to work well with suppliers, customers, and other team members

Requirements

• Matric, Grade 12 certificate
• Proven work experience as a Stock Controller, Inventory Manager or similar role
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Working knowledge of inventory management software
• Active participation in inventory audits
• Good communication and negotiation abilities
• Computer Literate
• Exposure to manufacturing processes
• Exposure to production processes