Stock Controller / Inventory Controller

Recruiter:Status StaffingJob Ref:PC001374/LSDate posted:Friday, October 24, 2025Location:Somerset West, South AfricaSUMMARY:Our client based in Somerset West, is looking for a experienced Stock Controller with advanced excel knowledge and Sage Evolution experience to join their team. The successful candidate will have the ability to work in a highly complex environment managing over 2000 stock keeping codes; Multiple locations; Finished Goods as well as spares and accessories.POSITION INFO:A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your applicationEMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent / TempSECTOR : ImportingBASIC SALARY : Market RelatedSTART DATE : A.S.A.P / ImmediateREQUIREMENTS:Very strong Sage Evolution experience and knowledgeAdvanced excel skills and experienceMatric Tertiary qualificationExperience working with ERP systems.5 years’ experience as Stock ControllerAbility to work in a highly complex environment: Over 2000 stock keeping codes; Multiple locations; Finished Goods and Spares/Accessories.Leadership skills: 3 Direct Reports (Storemen).Valid drivers License and reliable transportAbility to work in a highly complex environmentThe candidate will be evaluated on Excel during the interview process.DUTIES:Stock PlanningAdminister all stock to be ordered.Ensure 3 month cabinet stock levels are forecasted at all times and report on a weekly basis.Monitor all consumable stock to be ordered.Record all incoming stockIssue PO’s to suppliers and keep track of stockOversee quality control of all outgoing stockPerform and manage stockPlan and perform monthly stock take on all stock items and report to Finance Department.Update available stock on a weekly basis and report to the Operations Department.Investigate reasons for differences and report to finance.Managing and maintaining bin locations ensures efficient storage and accurate inventory.Maintain minimum stock levelsUsing stock take information, ensure that all minimum stock requirements are adhered to in all locations.Ensure stock top up to minimum levels are sent to locations on a timely manner.Supplier ClaimsEnsure that all supplier goods faults are reported to suppliers and that credit notes are obtained.Execute stock planningConduct an audit on current movement of stockCompile a stock planning systemDecide on minimum stock levelsJournalsRecord stock transactions, purchases, and adjustments in financial journals to maintain accurate accounting records.HOURS:Mon-Fri (08:00 – 17:00)CLOSING DATE:1 August 2025Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at