Job Description Inventory Manager
Job Title: Inventory Manager
Department: Warehouse / Stores
Reporting To: Warehouse Manager / Operations Manager
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Inventory Manager to manage and control inventory operations, maintain accurate stock records, monitor stock levels, and ensure smooth inward and outward material movements. The candidate should have good system knowledge and the ability to coordinate with warehouse and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily inventory operations and maintain accurate stock records.
- Monitor stock levels and ensure proper inventory control.
- Handle all inward and outward stock movements.
- Verify received materials against purchase orders and invoices.
- Ensure proper storage, labelling, and arrangement of inventory.
- Maintain stock registers and update inventory details in the system.
- Conduct regular physical stock verification and reconcile differences.
- Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels and avoid stock shortages or excess stock.
- Coordinate with purchase, warehouse, sales, and operations teams.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inventory reports.
- Identify damaged, missing, expired, or slow-moving stock.
- Supervise inventory staff and ensure proper work allocation.
- Ensure accurate picking, packing, and dispatch of materials.
- Maintain proper documentation for all inventory transactions.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Graduate in any discipline (preferred).
- 2-5 years of experience in inventory or warehouse management.
- Good knowledge of MS Excel and inventory management software.
- Knowledge of ERP / SAP systems will be an added advantage.
- Strong knowledge of stock reconciliation and inventory control.
- Good communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to manage a team and handle multiple tasks.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Inventory accuracy.
- Stock shortage and excess control.
- Timely inward and outward processing.
- Reduction in stock discrepancies.
- Accurate inventory reporting.
- Proper warehouse management.
Preferred Candidate: A responsible and organised individual with strong system knowledge, inventory control skills, and the ability to manage day-to-day warehouse stock operations