Stock Control & Inventory Manager (Retail Operations)

Midas Merge Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Employee purchase privileges

Long service award

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MidasMart, managed by Midas Merge Sdn. Bhd., invites applications for Stock Control & Inventory Manager in our Johor Bahru retail operation. The role focuses on receiving, stock movements, FIFO/FEFO expiry control and accurate inventory records across pallet, carton and loose goods.

You will lead a team, coordinate goods receiving and replenishment to the sales floor, and drive improvements in stock-control processes within a fast-moving retail environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Retail Operations or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control, stock management or goods receiving.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
• Experience in supermarket, hypermarket, FMCG retail or large-format retail preferred.
• Experience handling pallet, carton, loose and expiry-sensitive products.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily receiving, inventory control and stock movement activities.
• Lead Goods Receiving operation and coordinate Section PICs.
• Ensure goods checked against PO, DO, invoices and system records.
• Verify quantities, barcodes, weights, packaging condition and expiry dates.
• Ensure GRN and receiving documentation completed accurately and on time.
• Handle shortages, damages, incorrect deliveries and other discrepancies.
• Monitor stock movement with clear locations and status.
• Coordinate stock transfers and replenishment to the sales floor.
• Investigate missing, misplaced or untraceable stock.
• Monitor inventory accuracy, excess stock, ageing and transfers.
• Manage goods returns, damaged items and daily disposal.
• Maintain housekeeping, safety in stock-handling areas.
• Support stocktakes, cycle counts and variance investigations.
• Coordinate stock movement during peak promotions and festive periods.
• Improve receiving, stock-control, handover and reporting procedures.
• Work with Buying, Operations, Admin, Audit and Security.
• Plan manpower, train team, ensure SOP compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Problem-solving

MS Excel

Inventory reporting

Team supervision

Education

Diploma or Degree in Logistics or related field

Tools

PDA

Inventory systems

Barcode scanning

Job description

Stock Control & Inventory Manager (Retail Operations)

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Stock Control & Inventory Manager to lead receiving, inventory control and stock movement within our supermarket operations.

The successful candidate will manage pallet, carton, loose, mixed and expiry-sensitive products while ensuring accurate receiving, clear stock traceability and timely store replenishment.

This role requires strong retail inventory experience, team leadership and the ability to improve stock-control processes in a fast-moving environment.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily receiving, inventory control and stock movement activities.

Lead the Goods Receiving operation and coordinate the respective Section PICs.

Ensure goods are accurately checked against PO, DO, invoices and system records.

Verify quantities, barcodes, weights, packaging condition and expiry dates.

Ensure GRN and receiving documentation are completed accurately and on time.

Handle shortages, damages, incorrect deliveries and other receiving discrepancies.

Monitor stock movement and ensure all stock has a clear location and status.

Coordinate stock transfers and timely replenishment to the sales floor.

Investigate missing, misplaced, delayed or untraceable stock.

Monitor inventory accuracy, excess stock, stock ageing and outstanding transfers.

Manage goods returns, damaged items and daily disposal.

Maintain proper housekeeping, organization and safety in all stock-handling areas.

Support stocktakes, cycle counts and inventory-variance investigations.

Coordinate stock movement during peak promotions and festive periods.

Improve receiving, stock-control, handover and reporting procedures.

Work closely with Buying, Operations, Admin, Audit and Security.

Plan manpower, train team members and monitor compliance with SOPs.

Follow up on audit findings and corrective actions until completion.

Prepare regular inventory and operational reports for Management.

The shortened scope still reflects the central responsibilities of an inventory role, including receiving, stock flow, replenishment, inventory records and loss control.

Job Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Retail Operations or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of experience in inventory control, stock management or goods receiving.

At least 2 years of supervisory or managerial experience.

Experience in supermarket, hypermarket, FMCG retail or large-format retail is strongly preferred.

Experienced in handling pallet, carton, loose, mixed and expiry-sensitive products.

Strong knowledge of receiving, stock transfers, replenishment, goods returns and disposal.

Familiar with PO, DO, invoices, GRN, barcode scanning, PDA and inventory systems.

Good understanding of FIFO/FEFO, expiry control and damaged-stock handling.

Able to investigate stock discrepancies and trace physical stock movements.

Strong leadership, coordination, problem-solving and follow-up skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory reporting.

Hands-on and willing to conduct regular physical inspections.

Able to coordinate day and night-shift stock movements.

Willing to support operations during weekends, public holidays or festive peak periods when required.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with supermarket, hypermarket or FMCG retail experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary based on experience

Performance bonus and annual salary review

Medical benefits and medical-card coverage, subject to eligibility

Additional employer EPF contribution, subject to eligibility

Employee purchase privileges

Long Service Award

Career development and internal advancement opportunities

MidasMart, managed by Midas Merge Sdn. Bhd., is a leading wholesale and retail grocery supermarket established in 2002 and based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Our 80,000 sq. ft. flagship store offers a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, household essentials, and FMCG products to both retail and wholesale customers. With over 200 employees, RM5 million paid-up capital, and annual revenue exceeding RM45 million, we continue to expand through banner stores and a food distribution centre. We are committed to quality, value, innovation, and delivering an excellent shopping experience.

MidasMart, managed by Midas Merge Sdn. Bhd., is a leading wholesale and retail grocery supermarket established in 2002 and based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Our 80,000 sq. ft. flagship store offers a wide range of groceries, fresh produce, household essentials, and FMCG products to both retail and wholesale customers. With over 200 employees, RM5 million paid-up capital, and annual revenue exceeding RM45 million, we continue to expand through banner stores and a food distribution centre. We are committed to quality, value, innovation, and delivering an excellent shopping experience.

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