Regional Warehouse and Inventory Manager at Proten

Job Description

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures and general auditing. Bring up innovative ideas for the business process which is relevant in achieving inventory control objectives and objectives of the organization at large.
• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
• Design and implement an inventory tracking system to optimize inventory control procedures
• Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments within the warehouse.
• Maintain documentation and keep accurate records of warehouse activities, Collection Centers & stores to ensure all inventory imbalances are identified
• Strategically manage warehouse in compliance with company’s policies and vision to ensure that quality objectives and delivery deadlines are met
• Motivate and train subordinates
• Drive the achievement of minimum inventory loss, check all storage facilities, storage conditions to reduce damage/ loss. Analyze and reports inventory discrepancies and slotting issues.
• Identify and grade loss and advise for obsolete sales/immediate disposal to ensure recovery
• Plan, manage and adjust staffing levels to meet daily operational requirements within the warehouse
• Communicate all inventory variances, and follow up to ensure the reconciliation of all imbalances within reasonable timelines.
• Prepare and submit accurate reports of all activities within warehouses under your control
• Ensure the security of the Warehouse environment and maintain access control at all times
• Work in tandem with various departments and maintain a flexible attitude supporting all the work that helps in achieving organizational goals

Qualifications

• BSc/BA in business administration, logistics or relevant field;
• Has supply chain experience of 8 years and above with Accounting and Audit skills.
• Based in the north or willing to relocate.
• Has successfully managed a large team and handled multiple warehouses with perishable and non-perishable goods.
• Proven experience as an inventory manager or similar position
• Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports
• Good team working skills
• Familiarity with bookkeeping, inventory control practices, and logistics
• Good project management skills, including strong decision-making, problem-solving, and strategic planning abilities
• Expertise in warehouse management procedures and best practices
• Outstanding leadership, organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills
• Experience operating in a supervisory capacity within a fast-paced, highly pressurized warehouse and distribution environment
• Required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
• Honest, dependable, quick learner, strong leader, positive attitude.