Stock Controller and Factory Administrator
Hire Recruitment Cape Town · Epping, Western Cape
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An established roofing manufacturer in Cape Town needs a hands-on Stock Controller and Factory Administrator for its Cape Town branch. You will control stock coming in and going out of the factory, plan orders against current customer demand, and work closely with the factory floor team to keep production supplied and stock records accurate.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key responsibilities
- Control all stock movement in and out of the factory, including receiving, issuing and dispatch.
- Run regular stock counts and cycle counts, and reconcile physical stock to the system.
- Review current customer orders and compare what is required with the stock held locally.
- Identify shortfalls and raise purchase orders and replenishment requests in good time.
- Follow up with suppliers on deliveries and resolve quantity or quality discrepancies.
- Coordinate with factory staff and supervisors so materials are available for production.
- Supervise and direct factory staff on stock handling, storage and housekeeping.
- Capture all stock transactions accurately.
- Report on stock levels, variances, slow-moving stock and write-offs.
- Support month-end stock take and work with the accountant on stock valuation.
- Assist with general factory administration as required.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Minimum requirements
- Matric (Grade 12).
- At least 3 years' experience in stock control, inventory or factory administration in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong working knowledge of stock systems and Excel.
- Confident supervising and directing factory staff.
- Accurate with numbers and detail.
- Own reliable transport.
- Willing to work extended hours when operations require it, including occasional late finishes.
Advantageous
- Experience in roofing, steel, hardware or building materials.
- A qualification in logistics, supply chain, purchasing or inventory management.
- Experience with Sage, SAP, Syspro, Pastel or a similar ERP system.
- Experience helping implement a new stock system.
Key competencies
- Firm, fair and practical leadership on a factory floor.
- Organised, with good planning skills and able to handle pressure and deadlines.
- Clear communication with the factory team, suppliers and management.
- Integrity and accountability for company stock.
Package & Remuneration
R24 000 to R26 000 per month, depending on experience.