Inventory Strategy & Planning

Develop and implement inventory management policies, procedures, and controls
Forecast stock requirements based on sales trends, seasonality, and demand planning input
Set and monitor reorder levels, safety stock, and lead times by SKU/category
Identify and action slow-moving, excess, and obsolete stock (discounting, write-offs, redistribution)

Warehouse & Operations Management

Oversee all warehouse operations — receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch
Ensure efficient warehouse layout and space utilization
Implement and enforce FIFO/FEFO and proper handling procedures (especially for imported electronics)
Manage relationships with logistics/freight providers for inbound shipments and landed cost efficiency

Stock Accuracy & Reconciliation

Oversee physical stock counts, cycle counts, and full annual stocktakes
Investigate significant variances, shrinkage, and damages; implement corrective actions
Ensure inventory system (ERP) data integrity and work with IT/finance to resolve system issues
Own inventory valuation accuracy and support landed cost and gross margin reporting with Finance

Team Leadership

Supervise and develop the Stock Controller(s) and warehouse/store staff
Set performance targets (accuracy rates, stock-outs, turnaround times) and manage team performance
Train staff on inventory procedures, systems, and safety practices

Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with Procurement to align purchasing with actual demand and avoid overstocking/stockouts
Partner with Sales to ensure stock availability for key accounts and prevent lost sales
Liaise with Finance on inventory valuation, cost of goods sold, and audit requirements
Support management with inventory KPIs and reporting (stock turnover, days of stock, fill rate, shrinkage %)

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with company policies, import documentation requirements, and any regulatory standards
Implement security and loss-prevention measures across warehouse locations
Ensure audit readiness — maintain documentation trail for all stock movements

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
3-5 years' experience in inventory/warehouse management, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/managerial role
Experience in distribution, FMCG, or import/electronics trading strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of ERP/inventory systems (SAP, Zoho, QuickBooks, Tally, or similar)
Proven people management and leadership skills
Strong analytical skills — comfortable working with stock KPIs, margin analysis, and demand forecasting
Experience with landed cost accounting and import logistics is an advantage

How to Apply:

All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' section

Stock/Inventory Manager