Senior Stock Controller

at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital
Published June 23, 2026
Expires July 10, 2026
Location Johannesburg, South Africa
Category Management  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

A vacancy exists for a Senior Stock controller (Theatre), based at Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning and co-ordination of stock for all the wards & Theatres and will report to the Inventory Manager.

Critical Outputs
Effective management of consignment and loan stock
Managing the procurement, control and distribution of theatre stock.
Asset management to ensure security of stock and to minimize loss due to redundancy.
Active involvement in stock-takes and cycle counts including the investigation of variances.
Dead stock and short dated stock management.
Capturing and handling of product complaints.
Monitoring expiry dates of all items and managing as per protocol.
Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation and compliance with audit processes.
Ensuring a culture of quality in our business and operational excellence.
Control and distribution of consignment and loan stock items.
Implementing and maintaining the LHC formulary.
Resolving queries from relevant stakeholders.
Any other task that the line manager may deem necessary.
Management of unreconciled invoices

Requirements

Grade 12.
Minimum 2 years’ working experience in a Theatre/ Pharmaceutical Stores environment
Knowledge and proficiency in SAP
Knowledge of inventory control, management, processes, procedures and practices.
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.
A person who is result orientated, pays attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal as well as communication skills is needed.
Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement, the ability to work independently and the management of time is required.
Computer proficiency is essential.
Good organizational skills are essential as well as attention to detail.
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Able to work under pressure as well as being able to work as part of a team.

Competencies

Verbal & written communication and presentation
Ethical behaviour
Influencing
Action orientation
Excellence orientation
Organisational awareness
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Drive & energy

Please send your resume/CV

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