Inventory In-Charge

About the role

A client of Reeds Africa Consult is looking for an Inventory In-Charge based in Nairobi. The role ensures the accuracy, integrity and efficient management of inventory across all warehouses and outlets, overseeing inventory control, warehouse operations, stock movements and supplier coordination to keep stock levels optimal and minimise losses.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock master data, purchase orders, item coding and valuation, and update inventory transactions in the ERP system
• Carry out regular stock counts and reconciliations, investigate variances and implement corrective actions
• Keep accurate inventory records, stock validation reports and manual bin cards
• Oversee warehouse organisation, cleanliness and storage, and enforce FIFO and FEFO principles to reduce expiries and losses
• Monitor slow-moving, excess, damaged and expiring stock and recommend transfers or disposal
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes and invoices, and ensure timely dispatch of customer orders and inter-branch transfers
• Analyse stock consumption trends, recommend replenishment and coordinate with procurement, suppliers, accounts and logistics
• Prepare regular inventory reports on stock status, reorder needs and performance
• Support stock audits, inventory valuation and compliance with audit requirements, and identify improvements to inventory controls

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in inventory, warehouse or stock management in a fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of inventory control principles such as FIFO, FEFO, stock reconciliation and inventory valuation
• Ability to work collaboratively with procurement, logistics, finance, sales and warehouse teams

Required skills

• Experience using ERP systems and barcode-based inventory management systems
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
• Analytical, organisational, communication and problem-solving skills with attention to detail