Junior Stock controller

Recruiter:

Signa Opportunity

Job Ref:

JHB000827/SZ

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Signa Opportunity is recruiting unemployed youth for quality workplace experience through the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.

About the YES Initiative
The initiative was launched by the President in 2018 and is a partnership with the government and labour department to collectively devise a national plan to build economic pathways for South Africa’s youth by creating workplace opportunities for South African youth over a period of 12 months.

Position: Junior Stock controller

Stipend: R6,500

Location: KZN (Durban)

POSITION INFO:
About the role
The Junior Stock Controller will support the day-to-day management of stock and inventory under the guidance and supervision of management. This role is designed as a developmental position, providing hands-on training and skills
transfer in stock control, supplier coordination, and retail operations. The Junior Stock Controller will play an important role in ensuring adequate stock levels and quality of stock.

Responsibilities

Assist with ordering stock to ensure sufficient stock levels are maintained.
Support monitoring of stock levels especially during busy and seasonal periods.
Assist with receiving deliveries and checking GRVs to ensure accuracy of stock received.
Help monitor expiry dates and ensure proper stock rotation in line with compliance requirements.
Assist with introducing new product lines based on guidance from management and seasonal demand.
Support communication with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and stock shortages.
Participate in regular stock counts and assist with reconciling stock variances.
Help maintain accurate stock records and basic inventory systems.
Support store operations by ensuring shelves are well presented and fully stocked.
Assist with basic supervision of stock handling practices within the store.
Learn and follow company procedures related to stock control and compliance.

Minimum Requirements

South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
Matric.
Basic numeracy and organisational skills.
Willingness to learn stock control and inventory management processes.
Good attention to detail, especially when checking stock and expiry dates.
Reliable, proactive, and able to work well under supervision.
Good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.

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