Inventory Officer

Responsibilities:

• Stock Management & Tracking: Monitor daily stock levels, record incoming and outgoing shipments, and update inventory management systems or ERP software.
• Receiving & Inspection: Inspect delivered goods against purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices to verify quality and quantity.
• Audits & Reconciliations: Conduct regular physical stock counts and cycle counts, investigating and resolving discrepancies between system records and actual stock.
• Storage Optimization: Organize and label warehouse spaces using methods like FIFO (First-In, First-Out) to manage shelf-life, prevent damage, and handle slow-moving or obsolete items.
• Procurement Coordination: Work closely with the procurement and logistics teams to reorder stock, avoid stockouts, and manage vendor deliveries.
• Reporting: Prepare stock level, usage trend, and financial variance reports for management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in inventory or stock management.
• Previous experience in a retail, pharmacy or FMCG environment is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of inventory control procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good record-keeping and organisational skills.
• Ability to identify stock discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.