Stock Controller-FMCG

Imforce Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a skilled inventory control specialist in Johannesburg. The candidate must have at least 3 years of relevant experience in stock control within FMCG or food production environments. Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a strong understanding of inventory management processes. Responsibilities include monitoring inventory levels, conducting stock counts, and preparing detailed reports. This role requires strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years in stock control or inventory management in FMCG, manufacturing, or food production.
• Strong knowledge of cost analysis and inventory ledger processes.
• Exposure to GMP, HACCP, or food safety systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory of raw materials and finished goods across areas.
• Conduct routine stock counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and submit stock reports using Excel.

Skills

Stock control experience

Microsoft Excel mastery

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Syspro, SAP)

Job description

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) required; additional qualifications in logistics, inventory management, or finance are advantageous.
• 3+ years experience in a stock control or inventory position within a FMCG, manufacturing, or food production environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, VLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Exposure to accounts and inventory reconciliation processes is essential.
• Experience working on ERP systems or stock control software (e.g., Syspro, SAP, Pastel Evolution).
• Basic understanding of costing, variance analysis, and inventory ledger entries.
• Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, or other food safety systems.
• Forklift license or ability to operate stock-handling equipment (beneficial).
• Excellent attention to detail, numeracy, and problem-solving skills.

Duties

• Monitor and control raw material and finished goods inventory across production, warehouse, and dispatch.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts; investigate and reconcile stock variances.
• Track incoming and outgoing stock using ERP / stock systems and manual logs.
• Perform stock reconciliations between physical stock, system records, and accounts data.
• Liaise with the finance / accounts department to align inventory reports with general ledger.
• Prepare daily and monthly stock reports using Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).
• Ensure FIFO / FEFO practices are applied in line with food safety and shelf-life standards.
• Identify and elevate stock discrepancies, damages, shrinkage, or losses.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, production, and dispatch teams to ensure stock availability and accuracy.
• Maintain organized, clean, and well-labeled storage areas in compliance with GMP.
• Support external and internal audits by providing accurate inventory documentation.