Stock Controller

Job Purpose As a stock controller, the person shall oversee the management, purchase and replenishment of goods to ensure efficient maintenance of stock levels.

Job Purpose

As a stock controller, the person shall oversee the management, purchase and replenishment of goods to ensure efficient maintenance of stock levels. 

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinating stock control operations with warehouse staff, as well as the sales and finance departments.
• Ensure that regulation of in-stock level complies with inventory parameters.
• Develop inventory control models that promote lower cost of sales, shorter lead times, and reduced stock levels.
• Engage in the forecast of supply and demand to obtain information useful in improving the continuity of supply chain.
• Oversee the functionality of electronic ordering systems and POS systems.
• Overseeing stock storage processes, including tagging, boxing, and labeling.
• Ensure that stock management operations are carried out in line with set procedures.
• Conduct assessment of supply chain to identify risks and develop solutions useful in minimizing losses.
• Ensure purchase inventory is within specified budget; readily notify Management when budget is exceeded.
• Produce reports on a timely basis which shall help Management to take decisions.
• Conducting risk assessments and providing appropriate recommendations.
• Ensuring that all stock and Health & Safety procedures are implemented and followed.
• Performing random checks and audits.

Job Requirements

• Diploma Holder
• Minimum 2 years of experience
• Comfortable multi-tasking and prioritizing tasks without guidance
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Punctual with strong attendance history
• High organization skills with attention to details
• Strong computer skills
• Any other cognate duties.