Impact HR
Location: Capetown, Western Cape
Contract
Posted:18 November 2025
Job Details
Department
Agriculture
Minimum experience
Associate
Company primary industry
Agriculture
Job functional area
Quality Assurance
Job Description
We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Cold Room Stock Controller. The primary responsibility of this role is to manage and maintain inventory levels within the cold storage facility.The Cold Room Stock Controller will be responsible for monitoring stock levels, conducting regular stock checks, and ensuring that all products are stored and rotated correctly to maintain quality and freshness.
Key Responsibilities:
Cold Room Team Leader – Duties and Responsibilities
Stock Quality & Compliance
Monitor and report overstock, quality issues, and high-stock risks.
Inspect all incoming produce to ensure it meets the company’s quality specifications.
Verify delivery quantities, identify irregularities, and report deviation immediately.
Ensure only produced stock meets company’s standards is accepted into cold storage.
Ensure all incoming stock is photographed, recorded, and captured accurately on arrival.
Cold Room Operations
Oversee stock rotation (FIFO / FEFO) on all lines and in bulk storage.
Replenish stock to production lines accurately and timeously.
Ensure all stock is correctly labelled (Farmer Name, Date Received, Product etc).
Manage daily bulk stock counts and ensure accurate recon of physical vs system stock.
Monitor and record all waste, ensuring correct documentation and reporting.
Maintain optimal stock levels and manage write-offs in line with company standards.
Cold Chain, Housekeeping & Compliance
Ensure cold room temperature, hygiene and housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.
Enforce proper cold chain handling practices for all fresh produce.
Ensure safe storage, stacking, and handling of goods according to cold room protocols.
Identify risks in storage areas and take proactive action to prevent stock damage or contamination.
Team leadership
Lead and guide cold room assistants in daily tasks and rotation requirements.
Allocate tasks, monitor perfomance, and ensure adherence to operational standards.
Support training of new staff on cold chain, quality handling, and stock rotation processes.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent equivalent
Previous experience in inventory management or warehouse operations preffered.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Ability to work in a cold storage environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for maintaining inventory accuracy and quality control in a cold storage environment, we encourage you to apply the position of Cold Room Stock Controller.
