Thabo Ramaboya

Experienced Stock Controller with 4 years in the Pharmaceutical Sector and 6 years in the Mining and Distribution Sector and IT. Supervisory skills. Hard working and attention to detail. Excellent business English.

Ability to handle and resolve queries regarding product specifications, pricing suppliers, goods receiving and Inventory control, strong data entry skills. Detailed oriented, accurate and good knowledge of computer ERP packages. Problem solving abilities, analytical thinking and client service skills

Receiving Administrator/Stock Controller at Sperosens (2022-08 – 2023-01)

• Coordinate the receiving and verification of incoming goods for imports, ensuring accuracy and completeness of shipments i.e order dispatching to clients, order escalations etc.
• Inspect and verify the condition and quality of received goods, maintaining detailed records and reporting any discrepancies or damages.
• Prepare and process documentation for customs clearance and import/export compliance, including invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and carriers to schedule and track inbound and outbound shipments.
• Communicate with suppliers, vendors, and customs authorities to resolve any issues related to imports and exports.
• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, tariffs, and trade agreements, staying updated on changes in trade laws and requirements.
• Coordinate with internal departments to facilitate the smooth flow of goods through the import and export process, including inventory control and warehouse operations.
• Maintain accurate records of import and export activities, including shipment tracking, duties, and taxes paid.
• Participate in regular audits of import/export activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations.
• Utilize import/export management systems and software to streamline processes and maintain accurate documentation.
• Manage and maintain accurate records of inventory levels, transactions, and movements.
• Analyze inventory levels and usage patterns to forecast demand and ensure adequate stock levels.
• Coordinate with purchasing and procurement teams to ensure timely replenishment of stock.
• Conduct regular inventory audits to reconcile discrepancies and identify variances.
• Implement inventory control procedures and best practices to minimize losses and maximize efficiency.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and implement strategies for liquidation or disposal.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams to optimize storage and handling of inventory.
• Generate regular reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and performance metrics.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with inventory management policies and procedures.
• Utilize inventory management software and systems to streamline processes and maintain accuracy.

Stock Controller at IOT.nxt (2018-11 – 2021-02)

• Forecast supply and demand to prevent overstocking and running out-of-stock (OOS)
• Enter purchase details (vendors information, invoices and pricing) into internal databases
• Place orders to replenish merchandise as needed
• Track shipments and address any delays
• Oversee storage of items, particularly of high value items
• Evaluate suppliers' offers and negotiate profitable deals
• Coordinate regular inventory audits
• Liaise with warehouse staff and other internal to do QA
• Keep updated inventory records (including daily internal requisitions)
• Ensure purchases do not exceed budget
• Do monthly recons
• Check for stock laying around and secure the stock and update the system
• Creating item codes and deleting duplicates
• Following up on negative inventory and updating the system
• Ensure all bins are counted in full by month end.
• Ensure all stock discrepancies are investigated and communicated to Procurement Manager and Finance Manager
• Ensure all bins are used effectively, marked correctly and product codes displayed on correct location.
• Ensure stock takes are conducted.
• Conduct 3rd counts of stock as required.
• Ensure effective housekeeping in stock holding area at all times.
• Ensure data systems are accurate and updated at all times.
• Pull stock valuation reports from and ensure all stock are allocated correctly.
• Maintain stock control systems and ensure sufficient stock availability at all times.
• Provide stock reports as required by the Warehouse Managers and the Procurement manager
• Investigate system variances and resolving
• Responsible for stock audit
• Develop SOP's for the division

Stock Controller at BME (OMNIA Group) (2016-11 – 2018-10)

• Maintain accurate record of inventory and stock management systems according to set standards
• Ensure regulation of in-stock level complies with inventory parameters
• Develop inventory control models that promote lower cost of sales, shorter lead times, and reduced stock levels
• Oversee the standard of merchandising to ensure appropriate presentation of stock
• Collaborate with production personnel to ensure manufactured products are of consistent quality
• Engage in the forecast of supply and demand to obtain information useful in improving the continuity of supply chain
• Oversee the functionality of electronic ordering systems and POS systems
• Supervise the maintenance of a warehouse/storeroom and ensure proper arrangement of stock
• Carry out stock management operations in line with set product/retail policies and procedures
• Utilize specialized programs in maintaining record of store execution performance
• Conduct assessment of supply chain to identify risks and develop solutions useful in minimizing losses
• Oversee the placing of orders and ensure requested goods are delivered on time
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with suppliers to enable easier procurement of products
• Work alongside workshops personnel to ensure required products are readily available
• Ensure purchase inventory is within specified budget; readily notify the retail manager when budget is exceeded.

Compliance Assistant at Medilogistics (2014-04 – 2016-10)

Report to the Operations Manager. Supervising 15. Service Medilogistics as a Compliance Officer

• Telephone screening for the management.
• Administer flow of documents
• Minutes taking, distribution and follow up of action items
• Leave Management of staff
• Order stationery
• Arrange staff meetings for the Operations Manager
• Compiling/Submission of daily call report for parcels not collected at doctors' rooms.
• Monitoring of all tracking queries directed towards the Medilogistics Tracking department and following up on queries.
• Ensuring that feedback is given within two hours after a request is submitted and handling of escalated queries.
• Handling of requests from Medilogistics Network managers and delegating work to respective clusters.
• Assisting Medilogistics I.T support with queries and requests from doctors' rooms.
• Scheduling appointments for installations and maintenance with doctor's rooms on behalf of Network Manager(s) and I.T support.
• Compiling of patient switching lists for inland doctors and distributing said lists to Medilogistics CC agents.
• Distribution of outbound call work to Medilogistics Call Centre administrators and reporting on work done.
• Provide information, recommendations for transportation and logistics cost reduction opportunities.
• Communicating urgent requests received from cluster line managers to respective hubs and providing feedback.
• Tracing of faxes and allocating traced documents to respective profiles.
• Providing direct assistance to doctors with regards to logistical & administrative queries.
• Execution of priority urgent queries, i.e. picking of parcel, scanning and ensuring parcel is brought to the relevant courier/s for delivery.
• Arranging SDX/Next day/Saturday deliveries and Urgents.
• Responsible for transportation analysis and savings/cost opportunity.
• Arranging replacement parcels as required after thorough investigation.
• Transporter negotiation, selection and performance measurement.
• Compiling SOP's for relevant Medilogistics departments.
• Assistance with queries on outbound calls, basic I.T support to CC agents and all HR-relate

Tracking Supervisor at Medilogistics (2013-03 – 2014-03)

Agent at Medipost (2012-10 – 2013-02)

Diploma in Supply Chain Management – Chattered Institute of Procurement and Supply

Advanced Certificate in SCM NQF Level 7 – Unisa (2026)

Certificate in SCM NQF level 6 – Unisa (2016)

Grade 12 (Matric) – Voortrekker High (2011)