Inventory Manager at Lorache Consulting Limited

Lorache Consulting Limited - Our client, a Supermarket Chain, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Inventory Manager

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
• Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw materials to identify shortages
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers
• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory
• Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs
• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trusting relationships
• Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met
• Report to upper management on stock levels, issues, etc.

Requirements and Skills

• B.Sc / BA in Business Administration, Logistics or any relevant field;
• Minimum of 4 years experience.
• Proven experience as an inventory manager or similar position
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. ERP)
• Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports
• An analytical mind with strong math skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CPIM) will be a plus

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2022.