Inventory/Stock Officer

FirstExcelsia is a firm of highly versatile and renowned Human Resources, Organisational Development and Management consultants with a team of over a hundred employees spread across Nigeria. We have an in-depth understanding of the Nigerian business terrain and we are very passionate about partnering with indigenous organisations to develop glocalised HR solutions, processes and structures required to develop and effectively drive our clients’ corporate strategies.

We are recruiting to fill the positions below:

Job Position: Inventory/Stock Officer

Location: Lagos
Job Description

• The job holder will ensure efficient handling of the company’s products and supplies and also monitor and report on the company’s inventory.
• The ideal candidate must possess a thorough knowledge of preservation of perishable goods with great attention to details and an excellent record-keeping ability.

Responsibilities

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
• Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw material to identify shortages
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers
• Record daily deliveries to reconcile inventory
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs
• Maintain trust relationships with customers
• Collaborate with other staff to ensure business goals are met
• Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc

Person Specification

• Proven experience as inventory manager or similar position
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
• Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. ERP)
• Thorough knowledge of preservation of perishable goods
• 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

Educational Qualification/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years’ related experience