Inventory officers receive and dispatch goods, manage stock levels and record stock movement. An Inventory Officer ensures that optimum levels of inventory are maintained and that it is at par with quality standards. He/she is also responsible for keeping a track of the inventory records and making sure that it is accurate.
JOB DESCRIPTION FOR INVENTORY OFFICER
- Monitor stock levels and implement effective inventory control procedures to ensure that no inventory is taken out of the storage facility without appropriate approval.
- Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date inventory database, including stock quality, quantities, locations, and other product information.
- Prepare daily inventory reports showing summary of receivables and releases including opening quantity & closing balance, stock variance and any other required documentation to track inventory performance.
- Regular stock audits, and reconciliation to minimize discrepancies and improve accuracy.
- Send real time reports to your supervisor. The reports include untoward / exceptional development boarding on the inventory and storage facility, access to warehouse, security, operational practice at the site, sealing of the access doors/ tanks of the storage facility, etc
- Utilize inventory management software and other relevant technologies to track inventory movement, generate reports, and maintain accurate records.
- Ensure compliance with organization policies, safety standards and regulatory requirements related to inventory management.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance overall warehouse operations.
- To ensure proper reconciliation of physical stock with the stock in the system
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Qualifications and Skills:
- HND or its equivalent. Additional education in Supply Chain Management or related field is an advantage.
- Proven experience working in an inventory management role, preferably in a warehouse or logistics environment for at least One (1) year
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills with an attention to detail.
- Proficiency in using inventory management software and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, power point ).
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
- Effective oral and written communication skills to collaborate with different teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.