Durban Vacancy: Goods Receiving Clerk (Permanent)

Closing Date: 4 November 2026

ABOUT TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

Taking Care of Business (TCB) is a South African non-profit social enterprise dedicated to empowering unemployed individuals to break the cycle of poverty through sustainable small business opportunities. We equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the necessary skills, resources and support to achieve financial independence.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Goods Receiving Clerk is responsible for receiving and capturing donated goods, ensuring accurate sorting, debranding, labelling and storage of stock to support efficient redistribution. The role also supports operational compliance, stock accuracy and daily team coordination.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY (will include but not be limited to):

  1. Goods Receiving & Stock Control
  • Receive and accurately capture donated goods onto the system.
  • Ensure quantities received align with operational targets.
  • Allocate stock correctly and maintain accurate records.
  • Support efficient warehouse flow and storage.
  1. Product Processing & Quality Assurance
  • Sort goods into correct supplier and product categories.
  • Ensure accurate counting of received stock.
  • Complete debranding and product preparation according to TCB standards.
  • Maintain quality and presentation standards throughout processing.
  1. Product Labelling & Redistribution Readiness
  • Print and apply accurate product labels.
  • Maintain stock of labels and related stationery.
  • Prepare goods efficiently for redistribution and movement through the warehouse.
  1. Team Support, Compliance & Housekeeping
  • Provide day-to-day guidance to working teams in receiving processes.
  • Follow and uphold TCB policies, procedures and values.
  • Maintain a safe, organised and productive working environment.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12.
  • Computer literate.
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to follow procedures accurately.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Previous warehouse experience advantageous.
  • Capable of safely handling heavy stock including items weighing 50kg’s or more, where required.

Competencies

  • Authenticity and integrity.
  • Planning and organising.
  • Managing work and time effectively.
  • Active learning mindset.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Positive and solutions-focused attitude.

If you meet the requirements and are passionate about supporting the mission and vision of TCB, please send your CV and a short motivation letter to Sherwin Khan at . Applications close on 4 November 2026.

Financial independence thanks to reselling business

Asanda Maqawa joined the TCB Resell Programme after losing her job and facing financial hardship. Through business and financial skills training, she built a small reselling business that now helps her support her children, care for her mother and regain confidence as an independent entrepreneur.

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