Inventory Management Specialist (Food & Manufacturing)

Recruit Now; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Singapore is seeking an Inventory Management Specialist to oversee inventory levels across warehouses. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in supply chain management and at least 3 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include stock management, conducting stock counts, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. This position offers a competitive salary package including bonuses.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
• Proficient in ERP or inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage inventory levels across all warehouses.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconciliations.
• Analyze inventory variances and coordinate resolution.

Skills

Inventory management principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

NetSuite

Job description

Inventory Management Specialist (Food & Manufacturing)

Up to $4,500 basic + 1 month AWS + Variable bonus

Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.45pm and Alternate Saturday work, 8.30am to 12.30pm.

Candidate must be from Food Industry, Manufacturing Industry or Logistics Industry that handle foods.

Job Summary

The Inventory Management Specialist reports to the Supply Chain Manager and is assisting to overseeing and maintaining accurate inventory levels across all warehouse locations. This role ensures optimal stock availability to support production and sales operations, minimizes excess or obsolete inventory, and upholds compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, track, and manage inventory levels to ensure accuracy and availability across all warehouses (internal / external 3rd party).
• Conduct regular stock counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation between physical and system records.
• Analyze inventory variances and coordinate with relevant departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Follow the inventory control procedures to optimize stock turnover and minimize wastage or stockouts.
• Facilitate and ensure timely daily stock transfers from the external warehouse to the internal warehouse to meet daily operational requirements.
• Support demand planning and forecasting by providing accurate and timely inventory data.
• Collaborate with purchasing, production, warehouse, and sales teams to maintain an efficient flow of goods.
• Maintain item master data and ensure system integrity (e.g., product codes, descriptions, UOM).
• Prepare inventory-related reports (e.g., aging, usage trends, stock valuation, inventory accuracy rates) for management review.
• Continuously evaluate inventory management processes, to identify and propose improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in projects aimed at streamlining inventory management operations and integrating new technologies or systems.
• Support annual and ad-hoc stocktake exercises, including coordination, verification, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and safety standards.
• Any other ad-hoc assigned duties.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
• Proficient in ERP or inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite).
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.