Warehouse Audit & Inventory Control Lead at a Leading Manufacturer and Retailing Company - TalentSquare

TalentSquare - Our client, a leading manufacturer and retailing company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Warehouse Audit & Inventory Control Lead

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full time

Job Summary

• As part of their continued growth, our client is seeking a highly meticulous and proactive Warehouse Audit & Inventory Control Lead to join their Internal Control team.
• In this pivotal role, you will lead and execute comprehensive warehouse audits, monitor process adherence, and champion data accuracy across all warehouse operations.
• You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify inventory discrepancies, enhance controls, and implement best-in-class inventory management practices.
• This role plays a vital part in ensuring operational reliability and integrity as the organization expands its footprint nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine audits across all warehouse and distribution locations.
• Verify inbound and outbound merchandise against system entries and physical stock.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in warehouse transactions, ensuring transparent audit trails.
• Monitor unresolved allocations and mis-tagged inventory in the ERP system.
• Perform periodic inventory snap checks and report exceptions promptly.
• Track and report warehouse transactions in ODDO (ERP) and highlight fraud or misuse patterns in collaboration with IT.
• Maintain audit documentation and internal control records for regulatory and audit readiness.
• Deliver weekly and monthly audit reports with key findings, actions, and follow-ups.
• Track tagging, merchandise handling, damage trends, and warehouse shrinkage metrics.
• Participate in risk review meetings and support warehouse process improvement efforts.

Requirements

• HND/BSc in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 2–3 years of practical experience in warehouse audits, inventory control, or logistics operations
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., ODOO SAP, NetSuite)
• Advanced skills in spreadsheet tools (Excel, Google Sheets)
• Strong understanding of internal controls, inventory reconciliation, and audit standards
• Certifications in internal audit, inventory control, or supply chain (e.g., CIA, CICS, CPIM)(Optional)

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.