Work-Force
A Stock Controller position is being filled in East London. Suitable candidates from across Eastern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.
About This Position
The organisation is investing in its East London operation, and this Stock Controller position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the retail jobs function and contribute to the wider Eastern Cape business.
Notably, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Stock Controller taking on this position.
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 East London much easier.
What We Offer
Practically speaking, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this retail jobs role in East London; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for Eastern Cape.
In addition, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Importantly, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Based in East London
In addition, the role is based in East London, near the Mthatha regional service centre. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across East London and the broader Eastern Cape region.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in East London, Eastern Cape.
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 East London.
Key Outputs
- Up-sell and cross-sell products in line with branch sales targets
- Promote loyalty programmes and capture customer information lawfully
- Keep the store, change rooms and stockroom clean and organised
- Ensure compliance with health, safety and consumer protection regulations
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly sales reports for the store manager
- Train new team members on store procedures and product knowledge
What You’ll Need
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
- Numerate and accurate, with attention to detail on cash-ups
- Able to perform the essential standing and customer-service duties, with reasonable accommodation where applicable
- Visual merchandising flair or formal training is an advantage
- Matric / National Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
- Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in a customer-facing retail role
- Comfortable operating point-of-sale systems and handling cash
On top of that, candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.