Store Controller - Cape Town

Astral Operations Ltd. is a food production company based out of Calle Laguna del Marquesado N 19, Nave 16 Edificio Adriana 1 Planta, Polgono Industrial La Resina (Villaverde), Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain. The ideal candidate will be responsible for: Ensuring optimal functioning of the general store and excellent service to internal and external customers Issuing of PPE to the Factory Planning of stock according to production plan Ensuring correct and timeous capturing of issue notes Ensuring cycle counts are done and ensure stock balances are accurate - actual vs. system Overseeing monthly stock take and report on variances Managing slow-moving stock to prevent excess stock holding Ensuring that stock levels are within the min/max limits Ensuring that the Stores Clerk render professional services to all end-users Ensuring stock orders are placed and expedited on time Ensuring compliance to company protocols for issuing and receiving of stock Maintaining material safety data sheets/certificates of analysis for all related items in the store Maintaining Supplier food safety certificates Implementing and maintaining procedures to prevent stock-out situations Controlling of all loose assets Maintaining an up-to-date file of PPE for Stores Clerk at all times Completing of weekly and monthly reports Maintaining Quality, Food Safety and traceability in the stores and when issuing stock Ensuring compliance with the Allergen management procedure Implementing of 20 Keys / HACCP / Risk Control and apply general housekeeping rules The requirements for the position are: Grade 12 and a relevant qualification in Warehousing At least 3 years' experience in a stores environment in a similar role Must have own reliable transport The ideal candidate should be hardworking, honest, self-motivated and disciplined; Must have excellent management, communication & interpersonal skills, as well as problem solving & Planning skills Must be able to work overtime, weekends and public holidays when required Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & MS PowerPoint) at an advanced level LN ERP system (or similar) Fluent in English and an additional second language Must have the ability to manage high stock levels Valid forklift license will be an advantage Must be proactive and be able to work accurately and independently