CHOPPIES – JOB VACANCY

The Stock Controller will be responsible for ensuring efficient and accurate management of inventory. This role is crucial for maintaining optimal stock levels, preventing losses, and supporting smooth operational flow within the retail environment. The position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and analytical skills to contribute to the company's success.

Responsibilities

• To provide efficient, quality customer retention and service.
• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out of stock (OOS).
• Enter purchased details, including vendor information, invoices, and pricing, into internal databases.
• Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed.
• Track shipments and address any delays.
• Oversee storage of products, particularly fragile items.
• Evaluate suppliers’ offers and negotiate profitable deals.
• Coordinate regular inventory audits.
• Liaise with warehouse staff and other internal teams to test product quality, including status upon delivery and storage conditions.
• Keep updated inventory records, including daily shipments.
• Ensure purchases do not exceed the budget.

Education and Experience

• Grade 12 school certificate.
• Computer certificate or a diploma in computer studies.
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply is an added advantage.
• 1–2 years of experience in stock management.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights.
• Candidates should be medically fit.

Skills, Abilities and Requirements

• Basic maths skills.
• Basic computer skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• Honesty and trustworthiness.
• Age requirement: Usually 18+ in Zambia.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Examination Required: Medical Report and Police Clearance.

• To provide efficient, quality customer retention and service.
• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out of stock (OOS).
• Enter purchased details, including vendor information, invoices, and pricing, into internal databases.
• Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed.
• Track shipments and address any delays.
• Oversee storage of products, particularly fragile items.
• Evaluate suppliers’ offers and negotiate profitable deals.
• Coordinate regular inventory audits.
• Liaise with warehouse staff and other internal teams to test product quality, including status upon delivery and storage conditions.
• Keep updated inventory records, including daily shipments.
• Ensure purchases do not exceed the budget.

• Basic maths skills.
• Basic computer skills, with proficiency in Excel.
• Honesty and trustworthiness.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis.

• Grade 12 school certificate.
• Computer certificate or a diploma in computer studies.
• Diploma in Purchasing and Supply is an added advantage.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights.
• Candidates should be medically fit.
• Medical Report and Police Clearance.