Perpetual Inventory Controller – Cashbuild Vacancies

Job Description
The Perpetual Inventory Controller is responsible for conducting physical cycle stock counts and verifying system stock on hand. The role ensures accurate inventory records by reconciling discrepancies, capturing variances, and identifying damaged stock, incorrect pricing, and SKU inconsistencies in line with company standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 with at least 1 year relevant work experience, or 2 years related experience

• Ability to communicate in English and the dominant local language

• Literacy with strong numerical skills

• High level of accuracy and ability to work under pressure

• Basic computer proficiency

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Key Performance Areas

Perpetual Inventory Counts

• Perform daily stock counts according to the PIC count cycle

• Investigate all positive and negative variances and report findings to the Store Manager

• Identify, investigate, and rectify negative stock quantities with approval from the Store Manager

• Identify and report damaged stock to Store Management

• Conduct mini stock-takes as instructed by Management

• Support wall-to-wall stock-take preparations and report areas of concern

• Complete normal PIC counts during full stock-takes

Reporting

• Report daily variances to the Store Manager or Divisional Manager in line with the Cashbuild Way

• Report all irregularities to Store Management or the Divisional Manager

• Escalate unresolved irregularities to the Divisional Manager

• Report incorrect pricing, poor-quality pricing, SKU issues, and damaged stock

• Report poor merchandising in racking and bulk areas

• Highlight bulk stock areas requiring special attention

PIC Adjustments

• Ensure all inventory adjustments are actioned, verified, and signed off by Management

• Validate the End of Day Report against the PIC Adjustment Sheet and file accordingly

• Report any outstanding adjustments before the end of the trading day

Filing and Administration

• Complete, sign, and file all PIC documentation daily after approval by the Store Manager

Ready for Business

• Adhere to Ready for Business and Beyond My Control principles as per the Cashbuild Way

Customer Service

• Comply with the Cashbuild dress code at all times

• Ensure name badge is visible to customers

• Provide immediate assistance with customer complaints

Safety (OHSA)

• Ensure compliance with OHSA requirements within the area of responsibility

• Maintain customer and staff safety standards

• Report safety discrepancies to the Store Manager

• Ensure correct safety equipment and protective clothing are used

Core Values

Integrity

• Acts in line with accepted standards and company values

• Keeps commitments and manages expectations responsibly

• Handles sensitive information with care and professionalism

Accuracy

• Maintains attention to detail and works methodically

• Ensures tasks are completed accurately from start to finish

• Actively checks work to prevent errors

Client Focus

• Responds proactively to customer needs

• Engages with customers in a friendly and helpful manner

• Demonstrates a solution-driven and positive approach

Personal Development

• Actively works on personal strengths and development areas

• Seeks learning opportunities and relevant training

• Welcomes feedback to support continuous impr