The following has become available at Bidvest Vericon Outsourcing:

Position: STOCK CONTROLLER

This role reports directly to the SERVICE MANAGER

Site Location: CLAIRWOOD KZN (COLD STORAGE)

The Suitable candidate will meet the criteria below;

Key Performance Areas:

• Stock Accuracy & Cycle Counts
  Conduct daily cycle counts, reconcile variances, and maintain accurate inventory records in line with company systems and procedures.
• Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  Identify and investigate stock discrepancies, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Operational Reporting
  Prepare and submit daily and weekly stock reports, highlighting variances, trends, and recommendations for management action.
• Quality Assurance & Stock Rotation
  Ensure proper stock rotation using FIFO/FEFO methods, maintaining product quality and compliance with storage standards.
• Compliance & SOP Adherence
  Enforce compliance with stock control SOPs, company policies, and safety requirements in all stock handling activities.
  • Auditing & Stock Verification
  Participate in internal and external stock audits, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.

Behavioural competency requirements:

• Analytical Ability
  Demonstrates strong analytical skills to investigate stock discrepancies, identify trends, and implement effective corrective actions.
• Attention to Detail
  Maintains high levels of accuracy when counting, reconciling, and reporting stock to ensure inventory integrity.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure
  Performs effectively in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and high stock volumes.
• Communication & Numerical Skills
  Possesses good verbal and written communication skills, along with strong numerical reasoning for accurate reporting and problem-solving.
• Accountability & Ownership
  Takes full responsibility for stock accuracy, including proactive management of discrepancies and adherence to stock control procedures.

Technical competency requirements:

• Microsoft Excel Proficiency
  Demonstrates strong skills in Microsoft Excel for stock analysis, reporting, reconciliations, and data management.
• Cycle Counts & Stock Reconciliation
  Knowledgeable in conducting cycle counts, investigating stock discrepancies, and performing accurate stock reconciliations.
• Warehouse & ERP Systems
  Understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and SAP to maintain accurate stock records and facilitate reporting.
• Shrinkage & Stock Integrity Controls
  Familiar with stock loss prevention, shrinkage monitoring, and integrity controls to safeguard inventory and ensure audit readiness.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12
• 2-3 years stock control experience
• Strong Excel and system skills
• Logistics qualification (advantage)

ENVIRONMENTAL OR OTHER CONDITIONS:

• Cold storage environment
• Weekend and after-hours work may be required based on operational needs

Appointments shall be in line with the Company’s Employment Equity Policy.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Should you not receive any feedback within 2 Weeks of application, consider your application as unsuccessful.

Closing date: 30/01/2026