Loss Control Officer – Inventory & Risk Management

About the role

The Loss Control Officer will safeguard inventory across raw materials, work‑in‑progress and finished goods, minimizing pilferage, damage and waste. You will work closely with procurement, production, warehouse and finance teams to embed robust loss‑prevention controls.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor, control and protect all inventory to reduce losses and wastage.
• Conduct routine and ad‑hoc stock counts and reconcile physical stock with system records.
• Identify, investigate and report inventory discrepancies, recommending corrective actions.
• Enforce handling procedures, storage standards and access controls in warehouses and production areas.
• Implement and maintain loss‑control systems, internal controls and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to strengthen supply‑chain accountability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and risk‑management frameworks.
• Perform risk assessments on supply‑chain processes and propose mitigation measures.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing inventory reports and explanations for variances.
• Prepare timely loss‑control, inventory performance and risk assessment reports for management.
• Train staff on loss‑prevention practices and proper material handling.
• Monitor supplier deliveries, internal transfers and dispatches for accuracy.
• Investigate incidents of theft, damage, wastage or fraud and escalate findings.
• Continuously review and improve loss‑control processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Required profile

• Degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Supply Chain Management or a related business field.
• 2–3 years of experience in loss control or supply‑chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory control systems and risk‑management principles.
• Hipora training is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Knowledge of inventory control systems.
• Risk assessment and mitigation expertise.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of KSH 30,000 – 40,000 per month.