Stock Controller | La Residence

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

The main purpose of the Stock Controller at La Residence is to ensure that all departments have sufficient stock and well-maintained assets to be able to deliver our purpose, which is "to give our guests a complete experience and a perfect stay".

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Source vendors and negotiate on pricing and quality
• Be the company brand ambassador in dealings with suppliers and co-workers. Living the company’s Purpose & Values
• Monitor and control stock par levels, usage and ordering in the stock room to ensure operations have adequate stock to achieve efficiencies but avoiding excessive surplus
• Co-ordinate all stock stakes, variance analysis of all stock and stock counts and put corrective measures in place
• Co-ordinating stock control operations with HOD’s and Management
• Ensure that all procedures in the department are followed according to Standard Operations Procedures and that all required records are completed accurately and timeously
• Monitor and report on stock waste and escalate issues to management
• Continuously improve and optimize stock control procedures
• Ensure good communication on all levels to ensure effective and efficient operations
• To maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and appearance
• Attend regular training and coaching
• Perform any other reasonable duties as requested by management

REQUIREMENTS, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

• Grade 12 (essential)
• 3-5 years’ experience as a stock controller or similar position
• Computer competence. MS Office, EsyPos Point of Sale Systems & Procure.net or similar inventory programmes
• Well-spoken (English language & communication skills) 
• Ability to perform calculations and prepare detailed reports
• Effective handling of detailed information and consistent attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and numerical abilities are crucial
• Great negotiation skills with suppliers and building good relationships
• Knowledge of stock management systems
• Good understanding of supply chain procedures
• Excellent organization skills
• Great interpersonal teamworking
• Must be able to work independently
• A person of integrity, sound judgement and with ethical behaviour
• Confident, self-motivated, results driven, with the ability to deal with criticism
• Ability to multitask and can work under pressure and meet deadlines

It is important that the candidate is able to work as part of a team and is a good cultural fit for The Royal Portfolio.
South African citizenship is advantageous. A valid work permit is essential if you are not in possession of a South African ID document.
It is a requirement that all new employees undergo a pre-employment polygraph test.