• Application Deadline: Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Partnership Inventory Dispatch Officer (PIDO) - Kogi



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 4 years



• Location Kogi




• Job Field Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 
  
  

Job Summary

• The Partnership Inventory Dispatcher Officer will be responsible for the End-to-End management of inventory/products distributed to partners and ensuring seamless disbursement and delivery to partnership branches within the state.


• This role requires excellent communication, organizational, and logistical skills to ensure that all inventory-related operations align with company objectives on partnership sales targets and partner expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Dispatch / Distribution Operations:

• Effectively Plan product disbursement strategies across assigned branches based on route mapping to achieve distribution cost effectiveness and prompt product availability


• Coordinate and ensure products dispatched across various branches are in good conditions.


• Optimize delivery schedules to reduce lead times and improve efficiency.


• Track deliveries and provide regular status updates to relevant parties.

Partnership Coordination:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for branches assigned and other partners concerning product deliveries and inventory queries.


• Ensure all partners receive timely updates on product availability, delivery schedules, and stock levels.


• Attend union meetings regularly to sensitize partners and customers on product offerings


• Interface regularly with Branch Managers (BMs) and CSOs to ensure speedily sales and remittance of funds to company’s account.


• Maintain good rapport with branch executives and excos to maximize result

Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate records of products disbursed to partnership branches.


• Regularly update inventory databases to reflect stock movements, deliveries, and returns (Defectives) across branches assigned.


• Conduct routine stock audits and reconciliations with branches to ensure accountability and minimize discrepancies.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and manage all necessary documentation for inventory dispatch, including delivery notes, receipts, and branch confirmations.


• Maintain an accurate record of products disbursed to branches and regularly confirm inventory balances.


• Generate periodic reports on stock levels, dispatch activities, and partner performance metrics.

Problem Resolution:

• Investigate and resolve any issues related to stock discrepancies, delayed deliveries, or partner complaints.


• Proactively identify and address potential bottlenecks in the inventory and dispatch process across branches.


• Work closely with the engineering department to ensure faulty products are speedily repaired and returned to branch.

Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure that all inventory and dispatch activities comply with company policies, standards and directives.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Administration, or other related field.


• Experience: At least 4 years relevant experience in partnership/Retail sales and management, inventory management, logistics planning, or a similar role, preferably in the FMCG sector.

Skills:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.


• Excellent Reporting skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for accurate reporting.


• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.


• Excellent knowledge of location landscape and route mapping.


• Willingness to travel within the state as required.


• Must have high integrity Level and honesty in discharge of duties.


• Must know how to drive with a valid driver’s license.