Stock Controller

About the position

Overview / Purpose of the job:

Stock Controller required to manage inventory and purchase merchandise based on the 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.



Min Requirements:

• Matric, Grade 12 certificate 
• Relevant tertiary qualification preferred 
• Valid Drivers licence
• Computer Literate
• 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
• Excellent organization skills
• Good communication and negotiation abilities
• Exposure to manufacturing processes
• Exposure to production processes

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
• Customer Service skills
• Organisation and Time Management Skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Ability to work well with suppliers, customers and other team members
• Active Listening Skills

Desired Skills:

• Administration
• Backstock Management
• Merchandising
• Ordering
• Report Writing
• Staffing
• Stock Checking