Inventory Officer Job at Elvaridah Limited

Elvaridah Limited - Our client, a reputable Supermarket, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Inventory Officer

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Retail / Supermarket

Job Summary

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Officer to manage and monitor stock levels in our supermarket.
• The role involves ensuring accurate record-keeping, preventing stock shortages or overstocking, and supporting financial accountability with basic accounting knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of stock in the supermarket’s inventory system.
• Monitor stock levels, track product movement, and reconcile physical counts with system records.
• Receive, inspect, and record deliveries of goods, ensuring quality and quantity checks.
• Issue stock to departments or sales floor based on requisitions.
• Conduct regular stock counts (daily, weekly, monthly) and investigate discrepancies.
• Work with the accounting team to ensure accurate reporting of stock value and movements.
• Identify slow-moving, expired, or damaged items and report for necessary action.
• Assist in preparing inventory-related reports for management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with company policies regarding inventory handling and documentation.
• Collaborate with procurement and sales teams to forecast demand and manage reorder levels.

Requirements & Qualifications

• OND/HND/B.Sc. in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in inventory management, preferably in a supermarket or retail setting.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles is required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management software.
• Excellent organizational, numerical, and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Integrity and strong sense of responsibility.

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@elvaridah.com using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.