Stock Controller | Pharmacy | Fixed term Contract

Function Pharmacy Facility Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital Position Stock Controller | Pharmacy | Fixed term Contract Introduction 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 Closing date Monday, May 25, 2026 Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered. Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.