Stock Controller Assistant Jobs at Mr Price

Stock Controller Assistants are the guardians of inventory accuracy at Mr Price, ensuring every item is accounted for, stock levels are optimized, and shrinkage is minimized. If you're organized, analytical, and enjoy working with numbers and systems, this role offers excellent career progression. What Does a Stock Controller Assistant Do? Stock Management: Conduct regular stock counts and cycle counts, maintain accurate inventory records in retail systems, track stock movements (sales, returns, damages, transfers), and identify discrepancies. System Operations: Use retail management systems to process stock, generate reports, monitor stock levels, flag low stock for reordering, and maintain data integrity. Loss Prevention: Work with Security to minimize shrinkage, investigate stock variances, identify theft or damage patterns, and implement controls. Replenishment Support: Monitor stock levels, alert management to reorder points, coordinate with General Workers on stock replenishment, and ensure adequate stock for Sales Assistants. Reporting: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly stock reports, analyze stock movement patterns, identify slow-moving stock, and support management decision-making. Explore Other Mr Price Job Opportunities Sales Assistant Jobs at Mr Price → Help customers on the shop floor and maintain merchandise displays. No experience needed. Salary: ZAR 4,000 – 6,000/month Cashier Jobs at Mr Price → Process payments and handle customer transactions at checkout. Grade 12 preferred. Salary: ZAR 4,000 – 6,000/month General Worker Jobs at Mr Price → Stock unpacking, store maintenance, and general support duties. Grade 10 accepted. Salary: ZAR 3,500 – 5,500/month Warehouse Packer Jobs at Mr Price → Pack and prepare stock orders and maintain organised warehouse operations. Grade 10 accepted. Salary: ZAR 4,500 – 6,500/month Stock Controller Assistant Jobs at Mr Price → Receive deliveries, count stock, and keep shelves and stockrooms fully organised. Grade 12 preferred. Salary: ZAR 4,500 – 6,500/month Customer Service Representative Jobs at Mr Price → Handle customer queries, returns, and complaints professionally. Grade 12 required. Salary: ZAR 4,000 – 6,500/month Security Guard Jobs at Mr Price → Monitor store premises and ensure staff and customer safety. PSIRA registration required. Salary: ZAR 4,500 – 6,500/month Why Become a Stock Controller Assistant? Higher pay than General Worker or Cashier roles Office and stockroom mix—less physical than warehouse Computer skills development Analytical work Clear career path to Stock Manager Critical role valued by management Salary & Benefits Province Monthly Salary Annual Salary Gauteng / Western Cape R8,000–R12,000 R96,000–R144,000 KwaZulu-Natal R8,000–R11,000 R96,000–R132,000 Other Provinces R8,000–R10,000 R96,000–R120,000 Additional Benefits: Performance bonuses for stock accuracy Staff discounts Provident fund Computer skills training Career advancement to management Requirements Essential: Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics Computer literacy (Excel, retail systems) Numeracy and attention to detail Organizational skills Advantageous: Previous retail or stock experience Inventory management knowledge Excel proficiency SAP or retail system experience Explore Other Mr Price Career Opportunities Similar Entry-Level Roles: Sales Assistant Jobs at Mr Price → Customer-facing role with sales opportunities. Earn commission on top of base salary. Perfect for outgoing, people-oriented individuals. Salary: R7,500–R11,000/month + commission 👉 View all Sales Assistant Jobs at Mr Price → Cashier Careers at Mr Price → Till operations and customer transactions. Requires attention to detail and cash handling integrity. Quieter, focused work environment. Salary: R7,000–R10,000/month 👉 View all Cashier Careers at Mr Price → Warehouse Packer Jobs at Mr Price → Distribution center work with packing and logistics. Physical role with clear targets. May offer shift allowances. Salary: R7,000–R10,000/month 👉 View all Warehouse Packer Jobs at Mr Price → Advancement Opportunities: Stock Controller Assistant at Mr Price → Inventory management and stock accuracy. Computer-based work with retail systems. Analytical role requiring attention to detail. Salary: R8,000–R12,000/month 👉 View all Stock Controller Assistant at Mr Price → Customer Service Representative at Mr Price → Handle customer complaints and returns. Requires excellent communication and problem-solving. Office-based role within store. Salary: R7,500–R11,000/month 👉 View all Customer Service Representative at Mr Price → Security Guard Positions at Mr Price → Protect store assets and prevent theft. Requires PSIRA registration. Suitable for those interested in security careers. Salary: R6,500–R9,500/month 👉 View all Security Guard Positions at Mr Price →

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