Inventory Officer

Job Summary

• Ensure compliance in operational record keeping and update inventory data in real time.
• Organize and execute comprehensive inventory audits to assess compliance levels.
• Track Material Requirement Plans for spare parts and production consumables.
• Identify potential risks related to inventory and propose preventive measures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise all inventory transactions, maintain accurate records, and assess compliance.
• Develop and uphold an effective inventory control system that ensures real-time transaction updates.
• Detect and resolve discrepancies or variances in inventory by investigating causes and applying corrective actions.
• Collaborate with user departments to reconcile inventory records, focusing on critical and insurance parts.
• Analyze inventory performance metrics such as turnover rates, stock levels, and obsolete or surplus items.
• Provide current stock information and ordering justification.
• Alert the Head of Store to any anomalies in inventory records and assist in reconciliation.

Education and Experience

• BSc or HND degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Accounting.
• Two to three years’ experience in warehouse and inventory management within the manufacturing sector.
• Familiarity with SAP-MM module for inventory management is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

• Proven experience in inventory control and valuation.
• Strong people skills and results-oriented mindset.
• Knowledgeable in ERP systems, especially SAP MM, and proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Comprehensive understanding of stock handling procedures.