Warehouse Inventory Controller - Nights

Vestas; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking an Inventory and Stock Count specialist in Chennai to coordinate annual physical counts, ensure accuracy, and run reconciliations across warehouses and IM/WM systems. 3–7 years in stock counting, warehouse exposure, and SAP knowledge are required.

Night shifts 6 pm–3 am IST may be required to support US/Canada operations. You will work with regional teams to drive process improvements, analyze discrepancies, and generate reports for management.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience with inventory stock count and cycle count activities.
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a warehouse.
• Graduation in Engineering or postgraduate in SCM.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SQL and Excel Macros (optional).
• Experience with SAP ERP system.
• Good English communication, both written and spoken.
• Flexible night shift 6 pm–3 am IST to support US & Canada warehouses.
• Strong analytic skills and stock-keeping basics.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, plan, and coordinate annual physical stock counts with regional stakeholders and warehouse teams.
• Ensure inventory activities comply with policies, controls, and global standards.
• Perform stock transactions and reconciliation in IM and WM systems to maintain accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to quantity variances and stock locations.
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and coordinate counts with Finance timelines.
• Review inventory docs and codes to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Drive process improvements to enhance accuracy and reduce costs.
• Prepare and present inventory and financial reports to management.
• Support audit requirements and document count results and reconciliations.

Skills

Inventory stock counts

Cycle count

Warehouse experience

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

SQL

Excel Macros

English communication

SAP knowledge

Education

Engineering degree / SCM postgraduate

Tools

SAP ERP

Excel Macros

Job description

Vestas is a major leader in wind technology and a driving force in the development of the wind power industry. Vestas' core business comprises the development, manufacture, sale, marketing, and maintenance of Wind Turbines. Supply Chain Global Service Supply Chain Regional SC Partner AME/LATAM. At Vestas, within the Global Service Supply Chain organization, the Physical Stock Count process for the AME region is a critical function focused on maintaining inventory accuracy and ensuring the integrity of stock records across all warehouse and service locations. Accurate inventory visibility is essential to supporting reliable service operations, optimizing working capital, and enabling timely material availability for our customers. The Physical Stock take function in the AME region is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing inventory counting activities while ensuring compliance with global inventory management standards and financial controls. Through close collaboration with warehouses, logistics teams, planners, and other key stakeholders, the team identifies and resolves inventory discrepancies, drives continuous process improvements, and enhances stock accuracy across the supply chain. Operating in a dynamic environment, the function plays a vital role in strengthening inventory reliability, supporting operational excellence, and contributing to Vestas' commitment to world-class service execution and supply chain performance.

• Schedule, plan, and coordinate annual physical stock counts with regional stakeholders and warehouse teams
• Ensure inventory management activities are executed in compliance with company policies, financial controls, and global inventory management standards
• Perform critical inventory transactions and stock reconciliation activities within IM and WM systems to maintain accurate inventory records
• Investigate, analyze, and resolve inventory discrepancies related to quantity variances, stock locations, and system records
• Monitor inventory accuracy metrics and coordinate stock count activities in alignment with Finance requirements and timelines
• Review inventory documentation, product codes, and stock records to identify root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, optimize operational performance, and reduce supply chain costs
• Prepare, generate, and maintain inventory and financial reporting, including monthly reviews and presentations to management
• Support audit requirements and ensure accurate documentation of inventory count results and reconciliation activities

• 3 to 7 years experience with knowledge in Inventory stock count and cycle count activities
• Minimum 1 year of experience working in warehouse
• Graduation in Engineering or similar or PG in SCM
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel/Power Point
• Knowledge in SQL and Excel Macros (optional)
• Experience with ERP-(SAP) system
• Good communication skills in English both written and oral
• Good analytical skill and knowledge on Warehouse and inventory basics
• Flexible regarding work hours (Night Shift 6 pm to 3 am IST) to support warehouses in US & Canada Countries
• Good knowledge in MS Excel to handle large data

You'll have the opportunity to help strengthen the position of Vestas in a key market for the company with excellent perspectives of growth.

Join Vestas and you'll cultivate your career in an inspiring environment at the world's leading wind turbine producer, which has an ongoing dedication to sustainability. We value individual initiative, the desire to take on responsibility, and the right balance between creativity and quality in all solutions. At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills.

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. As our CEO states, “Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry”. Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.