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Quick facts about this role
Location
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Work mode
On-site
Compensation
R 18 000 000 - R 26 400 000 per year
Posted
24 Feb 2026
Closes
20 Mar 2026
Accounting Careers
Inventory Controller (Retail Store)
Our client is appointing an Inventory Controller to improve stock accuracy and reduce shrink in a busy retail environment. This role is ideal for someone who is process-driven and comfortable working with stock systems and counts. You will support cycle counts, investigate variances, and ensure stock movement is recorded correctly. The role requires strong attention to detail, disciplined follow-through, and confident communication with store teams. You will help ensure the store can trade properly by keeping stock records clean and reliable. If you enjoy operational control and problem-solving, this role is a strong match.
- Conduct cycle counts and support stock takes, ensuring counts are accurate and documented.
- Investigate variances, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions with store teams.
- Monitor receiving, transfers, and adjustments to ensure system integrity and approvals.
- Maintain stock accuracy reports and communicate risks to management.
- Support stockroom organisation to improve picking efficiency and reduce loss risk.
- Work with loss prevention on shrink trends and prevention routines.
- Ensure stock procedures are followed consistently and provide training where required.
- Matric essential.
- 2–5 years inventory/stock control experience, ideally in retail.
- Experience with inventory systems and Excel reporting.
- Strong attention to detail and strong investigation skills.
- Ability to work early shifts and during stock takes.
- Strong communication skills and process discipline.