Job Description
As a Inventory and Warehouse Manager, you will oversee the company's inventory levels to ensure optimal stock management. This includes planning, organizing, and controlling inventory flow to meet customer demand without overstocking or understocking.
Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you will work closely with Planning, Sourcing, Purchasing, Logistics, and Warehouse staff to maintain inventory levels, reduce excess stock, prevent stockouts, and improve supply chain efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage inventory control systems to track inventory in real-time and generate actionable reports.
* Monitor Kanban stock levels and reorder points to trigger timely replenishments.
* Conduct regular audits and cycle counts to verify accuracy and identify shrinkage or discrepancies.
* Coordinate with suppliers and logistics to ensure timely restocking and minimize waste.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain safety standards in storage and handling.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Inventory or Warehouse Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or Operations Management.
* At least 2-5 years' experience in inventory management, logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations, including a proven track record of managing stock control systems, handling procurement or purchasing requirements, using enterprise resource planning (ERP) or warehouse management systems (WMS), leading and setting goals for performance and operational improvement, and proficiency in inventory software.
* Advanced Excel skills for data analysis, understanding of barcoding, RFID, or automated inventory systems, familiarity with lean or just-in-time (JIT) practices, knowledge of international logistics and import/export regulations, and experience with sustainability or green supply chain practices an advantage.
Core duties:
* Lead and Develop the Warehouse Team.
* Manage Inventory Control Systems: Deploy and maintain systems to track inventory in real-time and generate actionable reports.
* Monitor Kanban Stock Levels and Reorder Points: Set and adjust minimum and maximum stock levels and reorder points to trigger timely replenishments.
* Conduct Regular Audits and Cycle Counts: Perform scheduled inventory checks to verify accuracy and identify shrinkage or discrepancies.
* Coordinate with Suppliers and Logistics: Maintain strong vendor relationships and co-ordinate deliveries to ensure timely restocking.
* Minimise Waste and Obsolescence: Manage product shelf life and rotate stock effectively to reduce expired or obsolete items.
Interested applicants should have:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication and leadership abilities, and a proven track record of achieving results in inventory management, logistics, supply chain, or warehouse operations.
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