About the job

• The candidate is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of inventory control in our organisation.
• This role involves monitoring inventory levels, optimizing stock management processes, and ensuring accurate and efficient inventory tracking.
• The inventory management officer plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal inventory levels to meet our customer demands while minimising costs and maximising operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Control: Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels by conducting regular stock counts, reconciling discrepancies, and implementing appropriate control measures.
• Stock Management: Develop and implement inventory management strategies, including setting reorder points, safety stock levels, and lead times to optimize inventory levels.
• Demand Forecasting: Analyze historical sales data, market trends, and customer demand patterns to forecast inventory needs accurately and prevent stockouts or overstock situations.
• Procurement and Replenishment: Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely ordering and replenishment of inventory to meet production or customer demands.
• Inventory Tracking: Utilise inventory management software or systems to track inventory movements, monitor stock levels, and generate accurate reports on stock status, usage, and valuation.
• Inventory Optimisation: Identify opportunities to improve inventory turnover, reduce carrying costs, and minimize obsolescence through effective inventory optimization techniques.
• Quality Control: Collaborate with quality assurance teams to conduct regular inspections of incoming goods, identify quality issues, and implement appropriate measures to maintain product integrity.
• Vendor Management: Maintain effective relationships with suppliers and vendors, including negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to ensure optimal inventory management.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and enhance inventory management processes, systems, and procedures to streamline operations, reduce errors, and increase efficiency.
• Reporting and Analysis: Generate regular inventory reports, including stock levels, turnover rates, and other key performance indicators (KPIs), to facilitate data-driven decision-making and provide insights to management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience in inventory management or related roles, with a strong understanding of inventory control principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and vendors.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in managing inventory records.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes, demand forecasting techniques, and procurement procedures.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to inventory management.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced