Stock Control Clerk at Truworths

About the Job

Job Description

• We are looking for a detail conscious Stock Control Clerk to join the Truworths Stock Control team on a fixed-term contract. The Stock Control Clerk is responsible for ensuring a smooth and efficient operation of certain functions with the Stock Control Department. They need to ensure stock control stability within Truworths for all South African and International stores, Head Office and the Distribution Centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and communicating sound admin procedures to stores, working in close relationship with the Field, ISD, Stock Control and Internal Audit to ensure that the following are adhered to: o Accurate stock take results are reported o Essential stock controls are adhered to o Ensure that the reporting of stock information is accurate and timeous, and within the interests of the business 
• Plan and co-ordinate all stock takes for the business 
• Assist with daily/weekly/monthly reporting 
• Resolving store related stock queries 
• Following up on outstanding stock deliveries 
• Analyse administrative documents on a daily basis 
• Audit Analysis: Compilation of audits analysis done in stores to determine trends and concerns. 
• Perform stock control month end, financial and year end balancing

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric 
• BCom or equivalent qualification advantageous

Experience/Knowledge 

• Previous retail store experience 
• Experience in trouble shooting & problem solving techniques 
• Knowledge of Inventory applications 
• Extremely personable and enthusiastic, and have the will to get the job done while ensuring business and user satisfaction at all times 
• Customer service focussed with strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Adaptability and aptitude to work under pressure 
• Planning and organising ability with highly effective time management skills 
• Strong team player 
• Committed and energetic 
• Knowledge of the Truworths Operations environment will be advantageous

Competencies

• Analytical and problem solving approach 
• Customer service focussed 
• Strong communication skills 
• Relevant technical proficiency 
• Excellent Excel skills 
• Good administration skills 
• Driven approach in executing tasks 
• Effective time management 
• Independent in nature, yet have a good team player mentality