A vacancy exists for a Senior Stock controller at the Life Entabeni Hospital. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning and co-ordination of stock for Theatres and will report to the Inventory Manager.

Critical Outputs

Managing the procurement, control and distribution of surgical stock within the Theatre department.
Utilising and maintaining MRPs within the hospital and daily ordering of stock to ensure a quality pharmaceutical service.
Asset management to ensure security of stock and to minimize loss due to redundancy.
Managing and maintaining stock holding and stock days.
Active involvement in stock-takes and cycle counts including the investigation of variances.
Dead stock, overstock and short dated stock management.
Capturing and handling of product complaints.
Assist with unpacking of stock.
Consignment & Loan stock dashboards.
Consignment counts to be completed monthly with investigations.
Control and distribution of consignment and loan stock.
Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation and compliance with audit processes.
Ensuring a culture of quality in our business and operational excellence.
Implementing and maintaining the LHC formulary- utilising VBC, Qerent and procurement dashboards to identify opportunities.
Assist doctors and nursing staff with product queries.
Doctor discussions pertaining to formulary or best cost conversions.
Management of Hazardous substances.
Resolving queries from relevant stakeholders.
Any other task that the line manager may deem necessary.
Management of non-recoverable stock.

Requirements

Grade 12.
Sound knowledge of at least 3 years on stock control in a hospital environment.
A working knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.
A person who is result orientated, pays attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal as well as communication skills is needed.
Collaboration with relevant stakeholders such as doctors, nurses and suppliers.
Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement and the ability to work independently.
Computer proficiency is essential.
Knowledge of inventory control, management, processes, procedures and practices.
Good organizational skills are essential as well as attention to detail.
Excellent communication and time management skills.
Able to work under pressure as well as being able to work as part of a team.

Competencies

Deadline:20th October,2026

Senior Stock Controller

Key skills