Stock Controller Blouberg

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Ellahi Consulting is actively recruiting for a Stock Controller position in Blouberg. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 3 - 5 years • Educational Background: Matric or equivalent• Industry Focus: Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain• Location Preference: in Blouberg

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-The Stock Controller position is an important role within the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Stock Controller position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 3 - 5 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Matric• Specific achievements in the Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Procurement / Store / Keeping / Supply / Chain sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

Job Title: Inventory Management Specialist Company: Ellahi Consulting

Salary: Market Related

Job Type: Part-Time

Sectors: Agriculture Procurement

Reference: 206830

Vacancy Details

Employer: Ellahi Consulting

Job Details

Job Title: Inventory Management Specialist

Location: Atlantis Industrial, Western Cape (Western Seaboard/ Blaauwberg regions)

Contract Type: Part-Time, NOT permanent

Industry: Import/ Export of Seafood products

Job Purpose

To oversee day-to-day inventory management at the Atlantis facility by supervising staff, ensuring precise inventory records, investigating stock discrepancies and guaranteeing timely and efficient stock movement.

Working Hours

The position will involve weekly rotating shifts

Week 1: 08:00 – 17:30 Week 2: 19:00 – 04:30

Working hours may change according to operational needs. Weekend and public holiday work will be necessary when needed.

Working Conditions

Must be comfortable working in a manufacturing and cold storage environment. Must be willing to alternate between weekly day and night shifts. Availability for weekend and public holiday work is required. Flexibility with working hours and operational changes is essential.

Requirements and Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

Grade 12 (Matric) – essential. A tertiary qualification in Warehouse Management, Stock Control, Logistics or a related field is advantageous.

Essential Work Experience

At least 3–5 years’ experience in stock control or similar roles within FMCG or manufacturing environments.

Advantageous Experience

Previous experience in the protein industry, such as meat, fish or dairy. Proficiency in a Warehouse Management System (WMS).

Essential Skills and Competencies

Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including intermediate-level Excel, Outlook, and collaborative tools like Teams and OneDrive. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong planning and multitasking abilities to meet deadlines. Exceptional attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and administrative quality control. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate personal accountability. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment in decision-making. Good time management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently under tight operational deadlines. Willingness to learn new software systems and adapt to short-notice operational changes. A positive, flexible, and solutions-oriented attitude. Ability to engage effectively with employees across all levels. Ability to work in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility and temperature-controlled cold store environment.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management

Perform daily cycle counts, with a minimum of 5–10 stock lines per day, and conduct regular end-to-end stock audits. Verify that all stock is placed in the correct locations, put away efficiently and accurately labeled. Monitor and verify the movement of internal, third-party, farm, and market stock against active orders. Complete accurate and timely documentation for stock transfers, returns, damages, and inventory adjustments. Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure stock movements are recorded correctly.

Quality Control and Cold Chain Management

Conduct random quality checks on products and packaging before final dispatch to ensure compliance with relevant guidelines. Monitor and maintain optimal storage temperatures to safeguard products and cold-chain integrity. Enforce housekeeping and food safety protocols within the cold store. Ensure that all staff and visitors entering the cold store comply with mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Stock Variance Investigations and Reporting

Lead investigations into stock variances, damaged products, and displaced stock. Compile comprehensive incident reports for management. Identify discrepancies and ensure that stock-related issues are addressed promptly. Maintain accurate supporting documentation for inventory adjustments and reported incidents.

Dispatch and Order Monitoring

Track dispatch schedules and report orders that have not been collected by customers or logistics teams. Monitor stock availability and movement against active orders. Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve stock and dispatch discrepancies.

Staff Coordination and Supervision

Assist the Shift Manager with allocating daily tasks to warehouse staff. Supervise floor workflows to ensure that stock control activities are completed efficiently and accurately. Promote adherence to operational procedures, housekeeping standards, food safety requirements, and PPE compliance.

Interdepartmental Coordination

Coordinate daily stock control operations with the Logistics, Sales, and Finance departments. Communicate stock-related issues and discrepancies to the relevant stakeholders. Support efficient operational workflows through timely reporting, accurate documentation, and effective coordination.

General Responsibilities

Take ownership of assigned duties and work independently when required. Adapt to changing operational demands and short-notice instructions. Maintain high standards of accuracy, accountability, and professionalism. Ensure all responsibilities are completed within required operational deadlines.