PERPETUAL INVENTORY CONTROLLER: MTUBATUBA (KWAZULU-NATAL)

January 4, 2026 admin CASHBUILD CAREERS 0

Cashbuild, South Africa’s leading building materials retailer, is inviting external candidates to apply for the position of Perpetual Inventory Controller (PIC) at our Mtubatuba branch. This is an external applications only role designed for a meticulous individual with a high aptitude for numbers and stock integrity. If you are an expert at identifying variances, investigating discrepancies, and ensuring that “system stock” perfectly matches “physical stock,” this permanent position in the Umkhanyakude District offers a rewarding career path within the Cashbuild Way operational framework.

Job Overview

  • Created At: 2025/12/18

  • Status: Active

  • Location: Mtubatuba, KwaZulu-Natal

  • Job Type: Permanent / External

  • Minimum Education: Grade 12 (Matric)

Role Purpose

The Perpetual Inventory Controller (PIC) is the primary guardian of the store’s most valuable asset: its inventory. Your mission is to perform daily physical cycle stock counts and verify them against the system’s recorded stock on hand. You are responsible for the entire reconciliation process—investigating why variances occur (whether positive or negative), identifying damaged stock, and ensuring SKU accuracy. This role requires extreme attention to detail and the courage to report irregularities to management to prevent shrinkage and financial loss.

Key Performance Areas & Responsibilities

1. Perpetual Inventory Counts (PIC)

  • Cycle Counting: Execute daily stock counts according to the official PIC Count Cycle.

  • Variance Investigation: Investigate every discrepancy found. You must rectify negative stock quantities daily after obtaining formal approval from the Store Manager.

  • Special Audits: Conduct “Mini Stock-takes” as instructed and lead the preparations for full “Wall-to-Wall” annual stock-takes.

  • Condition Reporting: Identify and report damaged goods, poor-quality stock, and incorrect SKU labeling.

2. PIC Adjustments & Administration

  • Actioning Adjustments: Ensure all inventory adjustments are processed on the system, verified for accuracy, and signed off by Management before the end of the trading day.

  • Validation: Validate the “End of Day Report” against the previous day’s adjustment sheets to ensure no data was lost.

  • Meticulous Filing: Ensure all PIC documentation is completed, signed, approved, and filed daily for audit readiness.

3. Compliance & Reporting (The Cashbuild Way)

  • Irregularity Reporting: Report all variances and irregularities to the Store Manager or Divisional Manager (DM). If the Store Manager fails to take action on identified issues, you are required to escalate the report to the DM.

  • Merchandising Standards: Report on poor merchandising on racking or bulk areas that may be hiding stock or creating safety risks.

  • Ready for Business: Adhere to “Ready for Business” standards, ensuring the store is prepared for customers at all times.

4. Customer Service & Safety (OHSA)

  • Client Interaction: Adhere to the Cashbuild dress code, display your name badge clearly, and assist with customer complaints immediately.

  • Safety Oversight: Ensure OHSA compliance within your area, specifically checking that racking is secure and that staff are using correct safety equipment.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications

To be considered for this professional inventory role in Mtubatuba, candidates must meet the following:

  • Education: Grade 12 (Matric) is essential.

  • Experience: * Minimum of 1 year work-related experience with a Matric certificate, OR

    • 2 years related experience in stock control or warehousing.

  • Numeric Skills: Must have strong numeric skills and the ability to perform complex reconciliations under pressure.

  • Communication: Ability to communicate fluently in English and the dominant local language of Mtubatuba (isiZulu).

  • Technical Skills: Basic computer skills are required for system-based stock adjustments.

  • Availability: Must be willing to work retail shifts, weekends, and Public Holidays.

Core Values & Competencies

  • Accuracy: Attentive to details and invests energy in checking work to prevent mistakes.

  • Integrity: Sincere, keeps promises, and handles sensitive financial/stock information with care.

  • Client Focus: Friendly and approaches customer questions with a “can-do” mentality.

  • Personal Development: Seeks feedback and looks for opportunities to gain in-depth knowledge of inventory systems.

Why Join Cashbuild Mtubatuba?

Mtubatuba is a vital hub for the northern KZN region. Joining Cashbuild means:

  • Stable Corporate Career: Permanent employment with one of Africa’s most successful retailers.

  • Operational Excellence: Training in the “Cashbuild Way,” a world-class retail operating model.

  • Career Path: PIC experience is a critical stepping stone for those aspiring to Assistant Manager or Store Manager roles.

How to Apply

If you have the precision and integrity required to manage the inventory for our Mtubatuba branch, please apply via our official career portal for external candidates:

Official Apply Link: Perpetual Inventory Controller – Mtubatuba

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