Stocktake Auditors - National Travel

SUMMARY:
Our client - a leading company in the fuel and convenience retail sector - is seeking a detail-oriented Stocktake Auditor to join its retail operations team. This role is responsible for conducting stock audits at convenience stores across multiple provinces, ensuring inventory accuracy, identifying discrepancies, and supporting effective stock control and loss prevention. You can be based anywhere in SA

POSITION INFO:

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Relevant qualification in Retail Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Finance or Auditing would be advantageous.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience conducting stocktakes or inventory audits within convenience retail, FMCG, supermarket or fuel retail environments.
• Strong understanding of inventory control principles and stock reconciliation.
• Experience using stock management or ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel extensively across South Africa, including overnight travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled and ad hoc stocktakes at convenience stores across South Africa.
• Perform physical inventory counts and reconcile stock variances.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify possible causes.
• Audit stock receiving, transfers, returns and inventory processes.
• Verify compliance with company stock control procedures and policies.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Identify risks relating to stock losses, shrinkage and operational controls.
• Work closely with store management to resolve inventory issues.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and timely submission of audit reports.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives to enhance stock accuracy.