Job Description
Department: Supply Chain / Warehouse & Logistics
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Trainee – Supply Chain (Warehouse Officer) to join our growing Supply Chain team.
The successful candidate will support day-to-day warehouse operations, inventory management, stock reconciliation, documentation, and logistics coordination while gaining hands-on experience across key areas of supply chain management.
This is an excellent opportunity for a young professional looking to build a strong career in Supply Chain, Warehousing, Inventory Management, and Logistics.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching goods.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory movements and warehouse transactions.
- Assist with regular stock counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation.
- Monitor stock levels and promptly report shortages, excesses, damages, or discrepancies.
- Ensure goods are properly labelled, stored, and arranged in accordance with warehouse procedures.
- Prepare and maintain relevant warehouse documentation, including Goods Received Notes (GRNs), dispatch records, stock cards, and inventory reports.
- Work closely with procurement, sales, finance, logistics, and other departments to ensure smooth movement of materials and products.
- Assist in investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, security, and warehouse operating procedures.
- Support the implementation of proper housekeeping and warehouse organization standards.
- Assist with the use and maintenance of inventory/warehouse management systems.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at reducing losses, improving efficiency, and optimizing inventory.
- Prepare routine warehouse and inventory reports for management.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supply Chain/Warehouse Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
- Must have completed the NYSC programme and possess a valid NYSC discharge/exemption certificate.
- 1–2 years of relevant work experience in warehousing, inventory management, logistics, supply chain, or a related role.
- Good understanding of basic warehouse and inventory management principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and record-keeping skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Willingness to learn, take initiative, and develop a long-term career in Supply Chain.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary, Structured graduate development and career progression opportunities.
- Hands-on exposure to different areas of Supply Chain and Logistics.
- Professional training and opportunities for continuous learning.
- Mentorship and coaching from experienced supply chain professionals.
Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is ambitious, proactive, analytical, disciplined, and eager to build a career in Supply Chain. The ideal candidate should enjoy working with people and numbers, be comfortable working in a warehouse environment, and have a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.