Overview
Buyer / Stock Controller Jobs in Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Buyer / Stock Controller
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Worcester, Western Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
West Coast Personnel
Job Ref:
CPT001053/MM
Date posted:
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Location:
Airport Industrial, South Africa
SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Buyer / Stock Controller to support procurement and inventory operations through efficient purchasing and rigorous stock control. This role is responsible for sourcing locally supplied chemicals, packaging, raw materials, and ingredients in a timely, cost-effective, and compliant manner, while ensuring accurate stock records, smooth goods receipting, and strong data integrity to maintain business continuity and service levels.
POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end local procurement processes, including purchase order creation, supplier engagement, and delivery tracking aligned to demand and forecasts
- Maintain supplier relationships through ongoing communication, follow-ups, escalation of delays, and upkeep of pricing, quotes, and records
- Source and compare quotations to drive cost efficiency and support savings initiatives
- Process GRVs and perform PO, invoice, and delivery reconciliation, resolving discrepancies where required
- Monitor stock levels and usage trends to identify and mitigate risks such as overstocking, shortages, and expiry
- Maintain accurate procurement and stock data within ERP systems and supporting trackers
- Support stock optimisation initiatives, including managing slow-moving and at-risk inventory
- Assist with stocktakes, variance investigations, and implementation of corrective actions
- Track supplier performance, log issues, and support continuous improvement of supplier reliability
- Ensure compliance documentation (e.g., CoA, CoC, specifications) is complete and up to date
- Collaborate with warehouse, planning, finance, and procurement teams to ensure operational alignment
Operational cadence (embedded across duties):
- Daily: PO processing, supplier follow-ups, receiving coordination, ERP updates
- Weekly: Open order and stock risk reviews, GRV/PO/invoice reconciliation, pricing updates, planning input
- Monthly: Stocktakes, variance analysis, supplier performance reviews, compliance checks, and cost-saving reviews
Qualifications And Experience
- Matric (essential)
- Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics (preferred)
- 1–3 years’ experience in procurement or stock control (advantageous)
- Strong Excel skills; ERP system experience beneficial
- Understanding of supplier and quality documentation (advantageous)
Skills and Attributes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
- Analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
- Proactive risk identification and business awareness
If you are motivated, structured, and passionate about procurement and inventory excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of a dynamic and growing team.