Stock Controller King William's Town, South Africa

Abantu Staffing Solutions • Other • Qonce, Eastern Cape, South Africa • $200 - $300 / year • 2h ago

Stock Controller

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
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
Organisation and Time Management Skills
Ability to perform well under pressure
Ability to work well with suppliers, customers, and other team members

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