Stock Controller

A vacancy has been confirmed for a Stock Controller based in Colesberg, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the retail jobs function.

The Role

This Stock Controller role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Colesberg. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the retail jobs pipeline across Northern Cape.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the retail jobs team in Northern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the retail jobs group in Colesberg.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the retail jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Colesberg much easier.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Stock Controller to step into the retail jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Meet the Team

You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the retail jobs side of the business inside out. The Colesberg group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

The team mix in Colesberg reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Why Join Us

On top of that, the company invests in the people who join it. From structured onboarding to ongoing skills development, you will find clear paths to grow your career in retail jobs from your base in Colesberg. Many colleagues across Northern Cape have moved into senior roles after starting in positions just like this one.

Recognition matters here. Strong performers are noticed quickly, and many promotions across the business have started in the Colesberg teams.

Benefits are clear and consistent. Beyond the package on offer, the role includes the supports you would expect from an established South African employer in Northern Cape.

Beyond that, the company reinvests in its people: paid training, internal moves and the chance to take on bigger projects are all part of how careers in Colesberg keep progressing.

Equal Opportunity

Practically speaking, the organisation is committed to transformation and equal opportunity. Hiring is on merit, and applications are actively encouraged from women, youth, people with disabilities and other historically disadvantaged groups in line with the Employment Equity plan and B-BBEE objectives.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Northern Cape.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Colesberg.

Working in Colesberg

Working in Colesberg means a place in the Kathu iron ore belt, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the Northern Cape region, and the Colesberg office benefits from those long-standing connections.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Colesberg, Northern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Colesberg cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Colesberg.

Where You’ll Work

Beyond that, the work environment is fast-paced and customer-facing. Expect long periods on your feet, weekend and public-holiday shifts, and the energy that comes with a busy retail floor.

Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Colesberg site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.

On top of that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

On top of that, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Growing With Us

Career progression here is real, not a slogan. The retail jobs space in Colesberg offers a clear runway from delivery into team leadership and beyond, and managers sit down with each team member regularly to map out the next step in Northern Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Colesberg team member.

On top of that, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Colesberg have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Common Questions

Are reference and background checks conducted?

Yes. Reference, criminal and qualification checks are part of the standard pre-employment process.

Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?

Equally, yes, although preference is generally given to candidates already based in or near the listed city.

Is this position open to recent graduates?

Practically speaking, yes. Provided the minimum requirements listed above are met, graduates are warmly encouraged to put their names forward.

What shift patterns apply to this role?

Shift patterns vary by site, but the role typically follows the standard operational hours of the relevant branch. The hiring team will walk you through the specifics during the interview.

A Typical Day

Your day usually starts before the doors open, walking the floor, checking displays and making sure tills are float-ready. As customers arrive, you switch into service mode, moving between till points, fitting rooms and the stockroom, helping shoppers find what they need and keeping a quiet eye on shrinkage. By the afternoon, you might be receiving a delivery, training a new team member or planning the next promotion, and by close of business you’re cashing up, balancing reports and getting the store ready to do it all again tomorrow.

No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Colesberg.

On top of that, the Colesberg office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.

Notably, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when Northern Cape operations throw up the unexpected.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct daily cash-ups and reconcile takings against the POS report
• Promote loyalty programmes and capture customer information lawfully
• Maintain visual merchandising standards on the sales floor
• Monitor shrinkage indicators and flag suspicious activity
• Train new team members on store procedures and product knowledge
• Replenish stock and rotate displays in line with promotional cycles
• Keep the store, change rooms and stockroom clean and organised

Minimum Requirements

• Strong verbal communication skills in English; second language an advantage
• Experience with stock counting and basic inventory principles
• A clear criminal record verified through approved screening providers
• Willingness to work public holidays and end-of-month peaks
• Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a customer-facing retail role
• Customer-first mindset with a friendly, approachable manner

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.