A vacancy exists for a Stock Controller(fixed term contract) at Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital, reporting to Casilia Moodley, the Inventory Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit.

Critical Outputs
Assisting with the procurement of surgical stock and special orders
Follow up on open orders and backorders
Managing Inter Hospital sales and orders, including excess stock advertising and procurement.
Monitoring negative stock and item valuation reports and driving dead stock reduction initiatives.
Supporting wards with stock-related queries and system maintenance.
Reporting stock-related issues and implementing corrective action plans.
Assisting with cycle counts and stock takes, capturing results and investigating variances.
Supporting stock control processes and reporting, including bin maintenance.
Reviewing and actioning Unrecorded Liabilities, GRIR and MIR6 reports daily.
Following up with suppliers on credit notes outstanding invoices, outstanding orders.
Actioning queries and requests from Financial Services Center (FSC).
Reviewing Purchase price comparison report daily and escalating price queries to Procurement.
Managing all Renal-related orders, receipts, and PD processes
Provide backup support to Theatre Stock Controllers, including the management of all consignment and loan stock billing, orders and closing of files.
Liaising with suppliers to resolve outstanding issues, including credit notes, and pending orders.
Performing general administrative duties as required
Maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the Pharmacy stockroom
Building and maintaining positive relationships with doctors and staff
Demonstrating flexibility in line with the Pharmacy’s operational requirements

Requirements

Grade 12
Proven experience in Hospital surgical stock management experience is essential
Computer literacy with data analytics is essential
Advanced SAP reporting and spreadsheet-based data analysis skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
High attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
Strong organisational and time management skills
Self motivated, disciplined, and reliable
Customer focused with a commitment to continuous improvement
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and sound judgement
Resilience and adaptability
Ability to engage with diversity
Strong communication and presentation skills
Influencing ability and goal orientation
Relationship building and Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Ethical conduct

Please send your resume/CV