67 Stock Controller jobs in Cape Town

Are you a diligent and detail-oriented Stock Controller seeking to join a vibrant and dynamic team? The Stock Controller will be responsible for overseeing the inventory management process, ensuring accuracy in stock records, and optimizing stock levels to meet customer demand while minimizing excess inventory.

• Matric
• Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, or a similar role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping
• Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Excel
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and best practices in stock control

• Manage and maintain accurate records of inventory levels, including incoming and outgoing stock
• Coordinate with management and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt and dispatch of goods
• Conduct regular stock counts and audits to reconcile physical stock with system records
• Identify discrepancies or variances in stock levels and investigate root causes
• Implement and maintain efficient stock control procedures to minimize shrinkage and losses
• Monitor inventory turnover rates and make recommendations for optimizing stock levels
• Generate reports on stock levels, movement, and trends for management review
• Collaborate with other departments to forecast demand and plan stock replenishment accordingly
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies related to stock management and control

Salary: R negotiable dependent on experience

The Stock Controller is responsible for ensuring that all goods received and dispatched from the company are in good condition, accurately recorded, and meet customer delivery requirements. This role involves overseeing stock control, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, and managing warehouse staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in preventing stock losses and ensuring efficient storage and movement of products.

Key Performance Areas:

Stock Control:

• Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes.
• Oversee receiving and dispatching processes to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.
• Manage stock records and resolve any discrepancies within 5 working days.

Operations:

• Ensure the safe and organized stacking and storage of products.
• Manage yard personnel and ensure the efficient loading of products.

Quality Control:

• Ensure that all products loaded and dispatched meet quality standards and are free from defects.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse and yard to high safety standards.
• Valid forklift license.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in store management.
• Industry knowledge and experience.
• Proficiency in Sage Evolution and relevant software.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Team management and leadership abilities.
• Basic accounting skills and customer service orientation.

Attitude and Behavioral Requirements:

• Integrity, honesty, and respect towards colleagues and customers.
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a learning environment.
• Focus, determination, and reliability in meeting deadlines.

Forklift Operation Housekeeping Quality Control Sage Stock Control

• Maintain stock levels by keeping to the prescribed minimum stock quantities.
• Monthly stock taking.
• Ensure the transactions are entered into the financial system (Sage x3).
• Month-end reporting to the financial manager.
• Liaise with suppliers on a regular basis to ensure timely delivery and service.
• Liaise with the Portfolio Manager regarding orders and invoices.
• Maintain client service with customers and suppliers.
• Balancing the supplier ledgers and prepare payment requests.
• Track, trace and expedite purchase orders.
• Assist the Portfolio Managers with inquiries and quotations.
• Assist the Technicians with stand-by stock and managing the process.
• Maintain security and control of company assets.

• Matric certificate.
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
• Driver’s license.
• Own transportation.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Deadline driven.
• Computer literate.
• The ability to work under pressure.

The role of Stock Controller is a newly created one with the main objective being to
operate as a key link between Purchasing, Operations and Warehouse functions. This
will involve monitoring stock levels, movements, locations and a strategic use of space
and processes. The aim of the role is to continually reduce the number of stock losses,
write offs and customer/supplier stock queries year on year.
The individual will need to be able to work independently and be self-motivated. They
should also process strong problem-solving skills and have a keen eye for detail.

Main Responsibilities

• Compare items received against items ordered and ensure incoming stock is receipted and managed appropriately.
• Carrying out periodic reviews of outgoing orders to ensure accuracy of shipments and respective stock records.
• Ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are investigated, addressed, and resolved.
• Investigate and correct discrepancies in reported quantities and locations of all stock
• Help develop the company’s stock management strategy with the aim of
  reducing losses and obsolete stock, rationalising inventory, and maximizing
  available space.
• Work with the warehouse management to ensure proper arrangement of stock to
  allow for optimum efficiency / organisation.
• Perform process and system testing to locate and solve problems in data
  integrity.
• Be responsible for managing and running planned stock takes.
• Perform cyclic stock checks.
• Minimise and removal of obsolete stock.

As with all roles, your responsibilities may change over time depending on the needs of
the business and the above list is not exhaustive.

Skills Required

• Problem Solving.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Experience of managing stock levels.

• Maintain stock levels by keeping to the prescribed minimum stock quantities.
• Monthly stock taking.
• Ensure the transactions are entered into the financial system (Sage x3).
• Month-end reporting to the financial manager.
• Liaise with suppliers on a regular basis to ensure timely delivery and service.
• Liaise with the Portfolio Manager regarding orders and invoices.
• Maintain client service with customers and suppliers.
• Balancing the supplier ledgers and prepare payment requests.
• Track, trace and expedite purchase orders.
• Assist the Portfolio Managers with inquiries and quotations.
• Assist the Technicians with stand-by stock and managing the process.
• Maintain security and control of company assets.

• Matric certificate.
• At least 3 years relevant experience.
• Fully bilingual (Afrikaans and English).
• Drivers license.
• Own transportation.
• Knowledge of accounting systems.
• Deadline driven.
• Computer literate.
• The ability to work under pressure.

The Stock Controller is responsible for ensuring that all goods received and dispatched from the company are in good condition, accurately recorded, and meet customer delivery requirements. This role involves overseeing stock control, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in the warehouse, and managing warehouse staff. The successful candidate will play a key role in preventing stock losses and ensuring efficient storage and movement of products.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Stock Control:

   • Conduct weekly and monthly stock takes.
   • Oversee receiving and dispatching processes to ensure accuracy and proper documentation.
   • Manage stock records and resolve any discrepancies within 5 working days.

2. Operations:

   • Ensure the safe and organized stacking and storage of products.
   • Manage yard personnel and ensure the efficient loading of products.

3. Quality Control:

   • Ensure that all products loaded and dispatched meet quality standards and are free from defects.

4. Housekeeping:

   • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the warehouse and yard to high safety standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric qualification.
• Valid forklift license.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in store management.
• Industry knowledge and experience.

Competencies:

• Proficiency in Sage Evolution and relevant software.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Team management and leadership abilities.
• Basic accounting skills and customer service orientation.

Attitude and Behavioral Requirements:

• Integrity, honesty, and respect towards colleagues and customers.
• Commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to lead by example and foster a learning environment.
• Focus, determination, and reliability in meeting deadlines.