Procurement & Store Controller - NWK Limited

Epko Oil Seed Crushing (Pty) Ltd is a progressive company involved in the procurement and processing of oilseeds, as well as the sale
of vegetable oil and related products. The plant, with a capacity of processing 220k/MT sunflower seed which equates to 25% of the
total sunflower seed harvest in South Africa, is situated in Lichtenburg.

Do you have a passion for organising and a knack for streamlining processes? Are you a whiz at inventory control and procurement
procedures? If so, we want to hear from you!

Epko is searching for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Store Controller / Procurement Specialist. This is an
exciting opportunity for a highly organised professional to play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our store.

Purpose of the position:

In this crucial role, you will be responsible for optimising purchasing processes, managing inventory, and overseeing the procurement of
high-quality products. You will also play a key role in maintaining a safe and organised store environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Optimising and ensuring adherence to purchasing processes and controls.
• Managing inventory control, including orders, receipts, as well as monthly inventory counting.
• Maintaining optimal stock levels and sourcing high-quality products, ensuring their availability, organising, and presentation.
• Handling various administrative tasks, including requisitions, purchase orders, receipts, and issuing them on the financial system,
  adhering to all administrative policies and procedures.
• Overseeing the ordering, receipt, issuing, and monthly counting of assets not in use, keeping records of assets under repair and
  ensuring adherence to procurement and repair policies.
• Managing the ordering, receipt, issuing of miscellaneous items, while adhering to all relevant procurement procedures.
• Overseeing the receipt and issuing of tools, ensuring adherence to established procedures regarding tool use.
• Identifying potential risks and implementing measures to mitigate them, including monitoring store access to safeguard store
  success.
• Implementing and adhering to good housekeeping procedures, fostering a safe and compliant work environment.
• Managing housekeeping and control of various assigned areas.
  
  

Minimum requirements:

• Grade 12 certificate (or NQF 4 equivalent)
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Administrative experience, with Syspro experience being a benefit
• Relevant industry experience (beneficial)
• Full professional fluency in both in Afrikaans and English
• Valid driver's license
  
  

Skills required:

• Effective communication abilities
• Excellent administrative and organisational abilities
• Strong commitment to following policies and procedures
• Reliability and responsibility
• The ability to work independently
• Impeccable attention to detail
• The ability to work systematically with strong prioritisation skills
• Expertise in working with systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Must thrives in a fast-paced environment with resilience and adaptability