Clover Corporate Stock Counter | Permanent Job

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Clover Corporate Stock Counter Vacancy 2026 | Permanent Job Opportunity in Roodepoort

Clover Corporate is currently recruiting for a Stock Counter to join its Facilities, Procurement and Legal Department in Roodepoort, Gauteng. This permanent opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in stock control, inventory management, receiving and issuing stock, and administrative support.

As a Stock Counter, you will play an important role in ensuring that the Clover Café, Clover Shop, and internal kitchens remain fully stocked while maintaining accurate inventory records and complying with food safety standards.

Position Details

  • Company: Clover Corporate
  • Job Title: Stock Counter
  • Reference Number: CLO260714-1
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Department: Facilities, Procurement and Legal
  • Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Number of Positions: 1
  • Closing Date: 21 July 2026

About Clover

Clover is one of South Africa’s leading branded food and beverage manufacturers, supplying a wide range of dairy, beverages, and consumer products nationwide. The company is known for maintaining high standards in product quality, customer service, and operational excellence while providing employees with opportunities for long-term career growth.

Purpose of the Role

The Stock Counter will be responsible for ensuring accurate stock management by receiving deliveries, monitoring inventory movements, conducting regular stock counts, distributing stock to operational departments, maintaining stock records, and resolving inventory discrepancies. The role is essential in ensuring products are available when needed while minimising waste and stock losses.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate)
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Good written and spoken Business English
  • Knowledge of stock receiving procedures
  • Experience with stock movement and inventory control
  • Understanding of stock administration processes
  • Knowledge of temperature-sensitive product storage requirements
  • Ability to work in confined spaces
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required

Advantageous Experience

The following will strengthen your application:

  • Experience in a warehouse, retail store, café, restaurant, hospitality, or food production environment
  • Experience using inventory or stock management systems
  • Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations
  • Experience handling perishable goods

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Management

  • Receive deliveries and verify quantities against purchase orders
  • Inspect incoming goods for quality and damage
  • Record all stock accurately
  • Maintain organised storage areas
  • Monitor inventory levels daily
  • Conduct regular stock counts, cycle counts, and spot checks
  • Ensure stock rotation using FIFO principles where applicable

Temperature-Controlled Stock Handling

  • Store chilled and frozen products according to Clover standards
  • Monitor storage conditions
  • Protect product quality by following food safety procedures
  • Remove expired, damaged, or recalled products immediately

Stock Distribution

  • Supply stock to the Clover Café
  • Distribute products to the Clover Shop
  • Deliver stock to building kitchens
  • Ensure departments receive the correct products and quantities
  • Assist with inventory requests and stock queries

Administration and Reporting

  • Maintain accurate stock records
  • Submit invoices for processing
  • Process stock returns
  • Complete inventory documentation
  • Prepare stock reports
  • Record shortages, damages, and adjustments

Stock Variance Investigation

  • Investigate stock differences
  • Resolve discrepancies with supervisors
  • Liaise with purchasing departments
  • Escalate unresolved inventory issues promptly

Supplier Communication

  • Follow up on missing deliveries
  • Resolve supplier-related stock issues
  • Place stock orders on time
  • Ensure consistent product availability

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should possess:

  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Strong numerical ability
  • High level of accuracy
  • Attention to detail
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Time management skills
  • Customer service orientation
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Reliability and accountability
  • Teamwork
  • Ability to work under pressure

Working Conditions

The successful candidate should be comfortable:

  • Working shifts
  • Working weekends and public holidays
  • Standing and walking for extended periods
  • Lifting and moving stock where required
  • Working in cold storage or confined spaces when necessary

Why Work for Clover?

Joining Clover offers the opportunity to become part of one of South Africa’s most respected food manufacturers. Employees benefit from:

  • Permanent employment
  • Career development opportunities
  • Exposure to professional inventory management systems
  • A structured working environment
  • Competitive market-related remuneration
  • Employee training and development
  • Opportunities for internal career progression

Application Tips

To improve your chances of being shortlisted:

  • Highlight any stock control or warehouse experience on your CV.
  • Include experience with inventory systems, receiving, dispatch, or stock counting.
  • Mention your ability to work shifts and weekends.
  • Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy with numbers.
  • Include any experience in retail, hospitality, supermarkets, warehouses, or food production.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Clover Careers portal before the closing date of 21 July 2026. Ensure your CV is up to date and all requested supporting documents are included.

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