Job Brief
The Stock Controller ensures that stock levels are in line with business needs. This is done by monitoring and controlling purchases, pricing reports, replenishment levels, and monitoring and transferring shipments between different departments within an enterprise.
Job Description
- Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out-of-stock (OOS)
- Enter purchase details (vendors information, invoices and pricing) into internal databases
- Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed
- Track shipments and address any delays
- Oversee storage of products
- Analyze data to anticipate future needs
- Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory ( Oracle preferred)
- Evaluate suppliers’ offers and negotiate profitable deals
- Coordinate regular inventory audits
- Liaise with warehouse staff and other internal teams to test products’ quality (status upon delivery and storage conditions)
- Keep updated inventory records (including daily shipments)
- Ensure purchases do not exceed budget
Proven work experience as a Stock Controller, Inventory Manager or similar roleGood understanding of supply chain proceduresWorking knowledge of inventory management software Active participation in inventory auditsExcellent organization skillsGood communication and negotiation abilitiesBSc in Logistics, Business Administration or relevant field