Stock Controller (BUCO)
Job Overview
- Job Title: Stock Controller
- Company: The Building Company (BUCO)
- Location: Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Education Required: Not specified
- Experience Level: Entry to Intermediate
- Posted On: Adzuna, LinkedIn, Recruit.net
- Application Method: Apply via listed job portals
Job Description
BUCO Bloemfontein is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Stock Controller to manage inventory control functions, monitor stock performance, and support efficient stock flow across the supply chain. This role is crucial for minimizing risk, optimizing space, and ensuring product availability.
Key Responsibilities
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Review and validate daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports
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Monitor and report on the cost of stock-outs
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Manage supplier returns and ensure accurate documentation
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Update and maintain the Cycle Counter schedule
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Investigate and validate stock variances
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Clear and resolve negative stock issues
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Maintain and update bin locations for all inventory
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Investigate and report on bad risk stock
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Conduct and support regular stock takes
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Run no stock, no demand reports to optimize inventory levels
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Generate and manage deletion reports for obsolete items
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Ensure all existing stock is correctly binned in the system
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Monitor and report on stock performance trends
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Provide variance data to the Operator for analysis
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Share detailed 8-week cycle stock variance reports with operations monthly
Requirements
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Strong understanding of stock control and inventory management systems
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Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
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Ability to work with minimal supervision
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Good communication and problem-solving skills
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Computer literacy (ERP systems, MS Excel) advantageous
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Prior experience in retail or warehouse inventory management is beneficial
Personal Attributes
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Proactive and results-driven
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Highly organized and able to multitask
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Reliable and trustworthy with a sense of accountability
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Comfortable working under pressure to meet deadlines