Job Description

We are starting our recruitment process early for this position to ensure a strong candidate pool, as the Stock Controller role is intended to commence in 2026.
Summary: The role ensures stock accuracy, minimizes discrepancies, and supports efficient inventory operations.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in warehouse stock management, with a solid understanding of stock control processes within food service equipment industry.
Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Stikland, Cape Town
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 08:00-16:30 - Friday 08:00-16:00
Salary: Market related and commensurate with experience
Responsibilities:
Stock Administration:

• Label and package stock.

• Conduct weekly stock checks and full stock counts every 4 months (quarterly) and ensure inventory accuracy.

• Create a stock check procedure/system to ensure weekly stock counts are accurate.

• Maintain stock control procedures or develop procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Maintain accurate inventory records using inventory management software/system.

• Monitor inventory levels and make recommendations for stock replenishment

• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies

• Manage and report information on faulty stock or returned stock/products

• Ensure storage areas are kept clean, tidy, and compliant with safety standards.

Team support:

• Work closely with sales, marketing and procurement teams and inform them of stock that seems to not be selling in order for them to work out strategies to improve sales.

• Work with the buying/procurement team to ensure accurate forecasting of sales trends and product demand.

• Coordinate with the buying/procurement team to ensure stock levels are sufficient to meet demand.

• Maintain good relationships with any suppliers or other parties involved in the stock of the business.

Requirements
Competencies:

• Enthusiastic, passionate and dynamic nature

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

• Excellent listening and communication skills

• Independent and self-motivated

• Strong initiative and decision-making skills

• Highly organized and detail oriented

• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
• Data-driven mindset for reporting

Requirements:

• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role

• Experience with inventory management, stock control and management

• Strong Administration and Computer skills (Emails, Word, Excel)

• Experience within food service equipment industry - advantageous

Skills Required