Stock Controller

at Life Queenstown Private Hospital
Published June 18, 2026
Expires June 30, 2026
Location Queenstown, South Africa
Category Administration  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

Vacancy exists for a Stock Controller position in the Pharmacy Department at Life Queenstown Private Hospital. The successful candidate will report to the Pharmacy Manager, Xoliswa Mehlala and will contribute to the effective management of stock in the hospital.

Critical Outputs
Taking full responsibility for stock.
Accurate goods receipting of prosthesis and consignment against invoices
Assist with investigation of GRIR reports
Adhering to all SOP’s relating to stock and its management
Daily filing of Invoices and other documentation
Drive New item code requests
Unpacking and checking of stock
Drive the improvement of stock availability
Assist to drive stock write-off reduction
Assist to manage non-recoverable consumable utilization
Drive formulary compliance and best cost formulary compliance
Support accurate billing on e-Billing and Ward Impilo systems
Ensure all inventory management requirements are met with a specific emphasis on the following aspects:
Maintaining stock levels in theatre with minimum out of stocks
Achieve and maintain dead stock targets
Manage cycle counts and quarterly stock takes including variance investigation
Liaise with nursing staff and ward clerks regarding queries and timeous follow up

Requirements

Grade 12
Finance experience and knowledge would be an advantage
Computer literacy is essential.
A working knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.
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
Customer excellence
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 skills
Influencing skills
Drive & energy
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer awareness

Please send your resume/CV

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