Inventory Control Manager

RT 1994 OPTICAL SDN BHD; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RT 1994 OPTICAL SDN BHD is seeking an Inventory Control Department Head to lead stock management across outlets and HQ. You will oversee the team, set manpower plans, and drive department objectives with strong governance and data integrity.

The role requires a Diploma/Bachelor in a related field and 3–5 years in inventory management, preferably with supervisory experience. Proficiency in Excel and inventory systems is essential, with Mandarin being an advantage.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Operations Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in inventory management or stock control, preferably with supervisory or managerial experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, inventory management systems, and performance reporting.
• Experience in retail inventory management, stock auditing, risk management, and internal control is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Inventory Control Department, overseeing team performance, manpower planning, and departmental objectives.
• Establish and monitor departmental KPIs to drive inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and accountability.
• Oversee inventory audit programmes, stock reconciliation, and loss prevention strategies to minimise operational and financial risks.
• Evaluate inventory performance, identify control weaknesses, and implement strategic improvements and preventive measures.
• Ensure effective inventory system governance, data integrity, and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise inventory processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational productivity.
• Collaborate with Department Heads and Operations Managers to align inventory control strategies with overall business objectives.
• Present departmental performance, inventory risks, audit findings, and strategic recommendations to Senior Management.

Skills

Team Leadership

KPI Tracking

Analytical Thinking

Stock Control

Education

Diploma/Bachelor in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Inventory management systems

Job description

Lead and manage the Inventory Control Department, overseeing team performance, manpower planning, and departmental objectives. Develop and execute strategic inventory management plans, policies, and SOPs to ensure effective stock control across all outlets and HQ.

Key responsibilities

Develop and execute strategic inventory management plans, policies, and SOPs to ensure effective stock control across all outlets and HQ

Lead and manage the Inventory Control Department, overseeing team performance, manpower planning, and departmental objectives

Establish and monitor departmental KPIs to drive inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and accountability

Oversee inventory audit programmes, stock reconciliation, and loss prevention strategies to minimise operational and financial risks

Evaluate inventory performance, identify control weaknesses, and implement strategic improvements and preventive measures

Ensure effective inventory system governance, data integrity, and compliance with company policies and procedures

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise inventory processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance operational productivity

Collaborate with Department Heads and Operations Managers to align inventory control strategies with overall business objectives

Present departmental performance, inventory risks, audit findings, and strategic recommendations to Senior Management

About you

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Operations Management, or a related field

Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in inventory management or stock control, preferably with supervisory or managerial experience

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, inventory management systems, and performance reporting

Experience in retail inventory management, stock auditing, risk management, and internal control is an advantage

Proficiency in Mandarin is an added advantage