STOCK MANAGER – FRUIT PACKHOUSE – HOEDSPRUIT

Agricruitment Limited; Hoedspruit; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural recruitment company in Limpopo is seeking an experienced Stock Manager to oversee stock operations in the packhouse. The role requires managing inventory, supplier relations, and compliance with health standards. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in stock management and a relevant qualification. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential. This position offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvements in stock control.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in stock management, preferably in the agricultural industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of stock operations within the packhouse.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and ordering practices.
• Record and reconcile daily deliveries and usage.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC, FSSC, SIZA, and Health & Safety standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate stock staff.

Skills

Strong systems knowledge

Microsoft Office proficiency

Leadership capabilities

Negotiation skills

Communication capabilities

Analytical skills

Education

Matric + relevant qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Stock Management

Job description

Job Purpose

To manage all aspects of stock operations within the packhouse, ensuring efficiency, productivity, compliance, and effective staff supervision. The role supports optimal stock levels, supplier relations, and regulatory compliance to enable smooth operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal stock levels and ordering practices.
• Record and reconcile daily deliveries and usage.
• Manage stock systems for ordering, receival, usage, and waste tracking.
• Ensure hygienic, organized, and space-efficient store areas.
• Liaise with suppliers outside central procurement; monitor performance.
• Prepare detailed operational and variance reports.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, and resource usage.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, BRC, FSSC, SIZA, and Health & Safety standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate stock staff; handle performance issues.
• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Drive continuous improvements in stock control and risk management.

Requirements

• Education: Matric + relevant qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Stock Management.
• Experience: 5+ years in stock management (preferably in packhouse/agricultural industry).

Skills

• Strong systems knowledge and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Leadership, negotiation, and communication capabilities.
• High attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Advantageous: Training in HACCP, BRC, FSSC, SIZA, Health & Safety.

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