• Application Deadline: Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Inventory Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Rivers


• City Port Harcourt


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Summary

• Responsible for managing inventory using a computerized database and physical system. Primary objective will be to maintain adequate levels of stock to meet daily distribution demands while minimizing excess supply.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory according to company guidelines.


• Perform critical inventory tasks to ensure the correct number of items are in stock.


• Maintain updated and accurate records of inventory, including transfers and cycle counts.


• Liaison with finance team on stock valuation, inventory control practices and other accounting functions.


• Review documentation and monitor product codes to search for discrepancies; troubleshoot quantity discrepancies between stock and records.


• Develop and implement improvements to existing operational procedures to maximize efficiency and cut operations costs.


• Review operations schedules and production requirements to ensure timely order fulfillment.


• Continuous Process Improvement.


• Respond and analyze location material requests, chandelier & purchase orders; collect and analyze data to determine appropriate order quantities; process requisition for reorders from Central Store.


• Establishes and co-ordinates the operating procedures for receiving, handling, storing and shipping goods.


• Plan for Monthly Material Budget.


• Track rates of accuracy, purchase and return as well as defective items to inform quality control decisions.


• Counts incoming stock and reconciles it with requisitions.


• Updates inventory and stock location records.


• Prepare, generate, and file financial inventory reports; review reports monthly with management.


• Ensure availability of accurate Daily Inventory Report.


• Submission of Weekly Inventory Report.


• Nurture positive relationships with suppliers and provide customer service as needed.

Qualification & Experience

• A good B.Sc. Degree in Accounting or related field.


• Possession of CPIM will be an advantage


• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar position.


• Experience in the FCMG sector will be an advantage


• Proficient in the use of MS Office

Others:

• A numerate person ready and willing to learn with good attitude.


• Employee should be ready to work additional hours when required.


• Must be able to carry items up to 30kg.