JOB TITLE

 

STOCK CONTROLLER

NATURE OF JOB

FULL TIME

INDUSTRY

RETAIL

SALARY

KSHS. 20,000 – 25,000

JOB LOCATION

KANGUNDO ROAD/ UTAWALA/THIKA/FEDHA/KITENGELA/ATHI RIVER

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Stock Collection & Monitoring

  • Collect daily, weekly, and monthly stock and sales data from each assigned shop
  • Monitor stock movement across all outlets to ensure accuracy and availability
  • Ensure all stock entries and exits are properly documented

Stock Auditing & Reconciliation

  • Conduct routine and surprise physical stock counts in all shops
  • Reconcile physical stock with system stock and sales records
  • Identify, document, and explain variances, shortages, or overages
  • Follow up on unresolved discrepancies with shop attendants and supervisors

Stock Analysis & Reporting

  • Analyze stock levels to determine optimal reorder quantities
  • Identify fast-moving, slow-moving, and dead stock items
  • Analyze sales trends to support demand planning
  • Prepare clear stock audit, variance, and performance reports for management

Loss Prevention & Control

  • Detect potential pilferage, damages, expiries, or operational errors
  • Investigate causes of stock losses and recommend corrective actions
  • Enforce stock control procedures to minimize wastage and theft
  • Ensure damaged or expired stock is properly recorded and reported

System & Process Compliance

  • Ensure stock data in the system matches physical inventory at all times
  • Verify proper use of inventory systems and stock cards at shop level
  • Support shop staff in following correct stock handling and recording procedures
  • Recommend improvements to inventory management processes

Operational Support

  • Coordinate with procurement and operations teams on stock replenishment
  • Support shop openings, transfers, and stock redistribution between branches
  • Train shop staff on basic stock control and audit procedures where required

General Duties

  • Maintain high levels of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability
  • Submit accurate and timely reports
  • Perform any other duties assigned by management related to inventory control

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Diploma or Certificate in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Accounting, or related field
  • Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, or auditing (added advantage)
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Basic computer skills (Excel and inventory systems)
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and across multiple locations
  • Integrity and accountability are mandatory

 

HOW TO APPLY

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.