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Role & responsibilities Inventory Management: Lead the development and implementation of inventory control policies and procedures. Monitor inventory levels and ensure accuracy through regular stock audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations. Analyze inventory trends to forecast demand, reduce overstock and prevent stockouts. Coordinate with procurement, sales, and production teams to align inventory with business needs. Implement and manage inventory systems (ERP/WMS) to ensure real-time data accuracy. Prepare detailed inventory reports for management review and strategic decision-making. Warehouse Operations: Oversee daily warehouse activities including inbound, outbound, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch. Ensure efficient space utilization, layout optimization, and proper material handling. Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for warehouse processes. Maintain safety standards and compliance with health, safety, and regulatory guidelines. Supervise, train, and evaluate warehouse staff to ensure productivity and high performance. Coordinate with logistics partners for transportation and timely delivery of goods. Leadership & Strategic Initiatives: Identify areas for process improvement and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Drive operational excellence through KPIs related to inventory accuracy, order fulfillment, and warehouse efficiency. Lead projects related to system upgrades, warehouse expansion, or automation initiatives. Serve as the point of contact for cross-departmental coordination regarding inventory and warehouse matters. Preferred candidate profile Qualifications: Bachelors degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field (MBA preferred) with excellent command over Microsoft Office especially Excel 5+ years of experience in inventory and warehouse management. Strong knowledge of inventory control systems, warehouse management systems (WMS) Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication, leadership, and team management capabilities.
