Production Controller – Shoprite Group
Job Description
About the Role
Transpharm Western Cape seeks a skilled professional for a Production Controller position to oversee inventory management, operational workflows, and analytical troubleshooting. In this capacity, you will facilitate the uninterrupted flow of customer orders through picking, packing, processing, and dispatch stages at our Distribution Centre. The position requires a meticulous individual capable of maintaining inventory precision, resolving inventory variances, and working collaboratively across departments to boost efficiency and output. You will act as a central coordinator for merchandise movement, interact with clients regarding shipping paperwork, and introduce workflow enhancements to guarantee swift and precise fulfillment, reinforcing our dedication to superior supply chain outcomes in a bustling setting.
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for guaranteeing the prompt and precise handling, gathering, boxing, and shipping of client orders to fulfill performance goals and service benchmarks. Responsibilities include upholding stringent inventory oversight by executing inventory strategies such as FIFO methods and routine cycle audits, spearheading bi-annual inventory counts with thorough preparation, and tracking down and clearing up variances in orders and stock amounts alongside internal departments and clientele. Additional duties involve overseeing warehouse personnel and Stock Clerks to guarantee adherence to safety standards, introducing workflow enhancements to elevate output, keeping the workspace orderly and properly labeled, drafting and analyzing weekly cycle count summaries, and fostering collaboration across Receiving, Inventory, Dispatch, and Client Services departments.
Candidate Requirements
Applicants must possess at least a Grade 12 Senior Certificate alongside a Certified Basic Pharmacist Assistant credential. Candidates need two to three years of background in inventory management, operational oversight, or a comparable logistics position, while background in the pharmaceutical sector is considered a plus. Proficiency in G Suite applications is required, supported by robust numerical capabilities and meticulous attention to detail. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential, together with the ability to analyze inventory variances, organize tasks, multitask effectively, guide team members, and perform productively within a high-pressure environment.
How to Apply
Submit your application through the employer’s application page: Apply now.
Closing date: 6 November 2026.
