Inventory Controller

Recruiter:

Pillango Placements

Job Ref:

PTA003751/RC

Date posted:

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
If stock accuracy was a sport, you’d be heading to the Olympics.

If you live for clean reconciliations, tight controls, and “no surprises” stock levels, join a busy, service-driven fuels & solvents operation. If you enjoy solving variances like puzzles (without the drama), keeping product moving on time, and making month-end feel… manageable, this one’s for you.

POSITION INFO:
Duties / Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate stock records for bulk tanks and any packaged/consumable items
Reconcile physical vs system stock (dips/gauges vs receipts/dispatch) and resolve variances
Control stock movements: receipts, transfers, dispatches, returns and approved write-offs
Verify inbound/outbound documentation; ensure dispatch quantities match orders/loading records
Monitor min/max levels and coordinate replenishment with logistics to prevent stock-outs
Maintain traceability and compliance/quality docs (COAs/batch/lot where relevant)
Capture transactions in ERP/stock system and produce key inventory and month-end reports
Support Finance at month-end (valuations, GRNI follow-up, audit requests)
Drive improvements to reduce losses and errors

Requirements

Matric (essential); Inventory/Supply Chain/Logistics qualification (advantage)
3+ years inventory control experience in bulk distribution / fuels / solvents / chemicals / industrial warehousing
Strong reconciliations + variance investigation skills
ERP experience and intermediate Excel
Practical understanding of FIFO/FEFO, stock ageing, PO/GRN/delivery note controls, and bulk measurement concepts

Soft Skills

Detail-obsessed (in a good way)
Analytical
Calm under pressure
Collaborative
Accountable
Proud of a clean audit trail

Salaries are negotiable and based on each individual's skills, qualifications, and experience in line with market standards. (We will discuss your salary expectations upfront to avoid wasting time on a process that won't produce the desired outcome).

NOTE: We ONLY accept online applications. We do not consider direct applications via Whatsapp or email.

Similar jobs you might be interested in:

Inventory Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
If stock accuracy was a sport, you’d be heading to the Olympics.If you live for clean reconciliations, tight controls, and “no surprises” stock levels, join a busy, service-driven fuels & solvents operation. If you enjoy solving variances like puzzles (without the drama), keeping product moving on time, and making month-end feel… manageable, this one’s for you.
6 days ago

Supply Chain Inventory Controller
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 18000 Monthly
If your mornings are for sleep-ins, make the night shift your time to thrive in a rewarding job.As a Supply Chain inventory controller, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting end-to-end supply chain operations and ensuring seamless inventory control across multiple departments
28 days ago

Finance Controller â Inventory
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 24000
We are looking for an experienced Finance controller – inventory to join our finance team, Boksburg
8 days ago

Finance Controller â Inventory
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Finance controller – inventoryGauteng, JHB - Eastern SuburbsR 24000 (Negotiable)We are looking for an experienced Finance controller – inventory to join our finance team, BoksburgThis role is ideal for a driven and detail-oriented professional with strong stock control experience, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy and process improvement
8 days ago

Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R18,000-R24,000 monthly
The role will entail to plan, coordinate and execute warehouse activities in order to meet the goals of the company and clients and to support the warehousing manager. This position is based in Johannesburg South. Reports to: Warehouse Manager
50 days ago

Cost Estimator/Buyer / Stock Controller
Location: Sandton
Salary: 18000 Monthly
Our client, a growing company in the electrical and building automation sector is seeking a detail-oriented and commercially minded Quantity Surveyor / Buyer / Stock controller to join its team.This is an exciting opportunity for a professional who enjoys working across project costing, procurement, inventory management, and logistics within a fast-paced construction environment.
1 day ago

Passenger Vehicle Parts Buyer - Gauteng, Randburg
Location: Randburg
Salary:
Remuneration: R7,500 – R12,500 per month, Dependent on ExperienceNote: Based Onsite Purpose Of The Job: Our client, a well-established autobody business, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Passenger Vehicle Parts Buyer to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, receiving, and managing automotive parts while ensuring accurat...
1 day ago

Customs Clearing Controller â Bonded Warehouse
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We are currently partnering with a growing logistics and supply chain business that is strengthening its customs clearing and bonded warehouse operations. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Customs Clearing controller with strong compliance expertise and bonded warehouse exposure.
4 days ago

Cost Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 400000 Annually
Most Cost Accountant roles are about reporting the past...This one is about influencing the future.Our client, a leading industrial manufacturer, is looking for a commercially sharp Cost Accountant who can uncover inefficiencies, challenge assumptions, and drive profitability from the factory floor to the boardroom.
4 days ago

Financial Accountant
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 340000 Monthly
Financial Accountant | Your Step Into Management Accounting
5 days ago