A vacancy exists for a Perm on Demand Stock Controller position at Life East London Private Hospital reporting to Sazi Mkunqwana, Pharmacy Manager. This position will contribute to effective management of stock in pharmacy and the wards. This is not a position with fixed hours, the hours worked are as per the operational requirements of the hospital; as and when required. It will be used to accommodate flexibility for both the candidate and the hospital.

Critical Outputs

Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation and compliance with audit processes
Set up and maintenance of preferred stock levels, and daily ordering of stock to ensure a quality pharmaceutical supply service
Asset management to ensure security of stock and to minimize loss due to redundancy
Quarterly stocktaking
Active involvement in stock-takes and cycle counts
Assist with non-recoverable utilization
Dead stock and short dated stock management
Assist with managing operational efficiencies identified
Assist with managing Unrecorded Liabilities, MIR6 and GRIR reports as appropriate
Monitoring expiry dates of all items and managing as per protocol
Informing UM and PM of any stock issues and shortages
Ensuring that stock is available at all times
Ensure cost-efficiency regarding staff planning
Focus on implementation of formulary products
Managing the surgical stores department
Managing the procurement, control and distribution of surgical stock
Ensuring accurate receiving and receipting of surgical stock.
Capturing of prosthesis and consignment invoices and transfers to theatre
Implementing and maintaining the LHC formulary and providing feedback to PM
Capturing and handling of product complaints
Resolving queries from relevant stakeholders.
Ensuring a culture of quality in our business and operational excellence.
Any other task that the line manager may deem necessary

Requirements

Grade 12
Sound knowledge of at least 2 years on stock control in a hospital environment
A working knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage. Hospital experience and knowledge of systems (iMeds) is a requirement.
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.
Ability to work in a stressful environment
Good interpersonal skills
Experience within inventory management or relevant experience within a pharmaceutical environment
Knowledge of inventory control, processes, procedures and practices
Good organizational skills are essential as well as attention to detail.
Excellent communication and time management skills
Management skills is essential
Able to work under pressure as well as being able to work as part of a team

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Drive & energy
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Goal directed

Please send your resume/CV