We’re Hiring: Inventory Control Executive
Employment Type: Full-Time
Level: Junior to Mid-Level
We are looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and results-driven Inventory Control Executive to join our team! The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and a solid understanding of inventory management processes. You will be responsible for monitoring stock levels, maintaining accurate inventory records, coordinating stock movements, and ensuring the availability of materials and products to support daily business operations. Working closely with warehouse, procurement, logistics, sales, and operations teams, you will help optimize inventory accuracy, minimize stock discrepancies, reduce inventory costs, and ensure efficient supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory records for incoming, outgoing, and stored goods.
- Track stock levels regularly to ensure sufficient inventory is available to meet operational and customer requirements.
- Conduct routine stock counts, cycle counts, and physical inventory checks to verify inventory accuracy.
- Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
- Coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure proper receiving, storage, labeling, picking, packing, and stock movement procedures.
- Maintain and update inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and stock databases to ensure accurate and timely information.
- Monitor stock replenishment requirements and coordinate with procurement teams to prevent shortages and overstock situations.
- Prepare inventory reports covering stock balances, inventory movements, stock aging, slow-moving items, and obsolete inventory.
- Ensure inventory transactions are recorded accurately and processed according to established company procedures.
- Coordinate with purchasing, logistics, sales, and production teams to support inventory planning and operational requirements.
- Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels and recommend appropriate reorder points based on demand and usage patterns.
- Identify slow-moving, damaged, expired, or obsolete stock and recommend appropriate actions to minimize inventory losses.
- Assist in developing and implementing inventory control policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Ensure proper storage conditions, stock rotation, and inventory handling practices are maintained.
- Support periodic inventory audits and provide relevant documentation to internal and external auditors when required.
- Analyze inventory data to identify trends, improve stock accuracy, and enhance inventory management efficiency.
- Monitor inventory-related key performance indicators (KPIs), including stock accuracy, inventory turnover, and order fulfillment performance.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and inventory management standards.
- Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, reduce operational costs, and enhance warehouse productivity.
- Prepare regular inventory updates and communicate stock-related issues, risks, and recommendations to management.
Requirements
- Proven experience as an Inventory Control Executive, Inventory Controller, Stock Controller, or in a similar inventory management role.
- Good understanding of inventory control procedures, stock management practices, and warehouse operations.
- Strong knowledge of stock reconciliation, inventory counting, stock movement tracking, and inventory reporting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, PivotTables, and data analysis functions.
- Experience using inventory management systems, ERP software, or warehouse management systems (WMS) is an advantage.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail and a strong commitment to inventory accuracy and data integrity.
- Ability to investigate stock discrepancies and implement effective corrective measures.
- Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple inventory-related tasks.
- Strong communication and coordination skills when working with warehouse, procurement, logistics, and operations teams.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Understanding of stock replenishment, reorder levels, inventory turnover, and demand forecasting principles.
- Familiarity with FIFO (First In, First Out), FEFO (First Expired, First Out), and stock rotation procedures is an advantage.
- Ability to prepare inventory reports and present stock information clearly to management.
- A diploma or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience in stock auditing, inventory reconciliation, warehouse coordination, or supply chain operations is an advantage.
- Knowledge of inventory optimization techniques and continuous improvement practices is an advantage.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to contribute directly to inventory accuracy, cost control, and operational efficiency.
- A collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Opportunities to develop inventory management, analytical, and supply chain coordination skills.
- Exposure to warehouse operations, procurement planning, stock optimization, and inventory management systems.
- Career progression into Senior Inventory Controller, Inventory Control Manager, Warehouse Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Operations Manager roles.
- Training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
- The opportunity to improve inventory processes, minimize stock losses, and support efficient business operations.
Interested in Joining Our Team?
If you are passionate about inventory accuracy, stock management, and operational efficiency, we would love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team committed to maintaining reliable inventory records, optimizing stock levels, and supporting sustainable business growth.