Strategic Cost Controller for Logistics & Procurement

Abantu Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Abantu Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Cost Controller in Gqeberha within the logistics sector. The role focuses on cost control via supplier contracts, monitoring rates against actuals, and preparing customer billing per contracts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 3+ years in cost control, and strong MS Office skills. The position emphasizes process design and compliance with safety and environmental policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (3 years) or NQF level 7 required.
• 3+ years of experience in a cost control/financial role preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel (advanced).

Responsibilities

• Assist with budgeting for operation.
• Monitor performance against budget and RFQs.
• Maintain equipment database for material handling equipment.
• Source new suppliers and evaluate against performance (quote comparisons).
• Review invoices from suppliers and compare to agreed rates.
• Review purchase orders to creditors against requirements, RFQ and budget.
• Calculate customer billing and process invoices (Pastel when required).
• Assist with adhoc quotes for customers.
• Assist with month-end journals and reporting.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (3 years) / NQF level 7

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Abantu Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Cost Controller in Gqeberha within the logistics sector. The role focuses on cost control via supplier contracts, monitoring rates against actuals, and preparing customer billing per contracts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 3+ years in cost control, and strong MS Office skills. The position emphasizes process design and compliance with safety and environmental policies.