Inventory and Material Supervisor at Savannah Energy

Job Purpose/Objectives

• To manage and optimise the Company’s inventory level and materials supply chain.
• To ensure the availability of materials, minimize excess stock, and contribute to the overall operational efficiency of the Company.

Job & Main Specification (Education/Knowledge, Skills, Attributes, Experience & Other Required Details)

• University degree with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in inventory and warehouse management in an oil and gas environment.
• Proven experience in inventory management and materials planning.
• Good knowledge of SAP functionality and stock control system.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and leadership skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• SAP Materials Management (MM) expertise and Master Data Governance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage change and innovation in a professional manner.
• Team player, with flexible attitude and approach to work.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels while minimizing excess or obsolete materials.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to develop and execute materials and inventory planning strategies.
• Provide regular reports on key performance indicators, stock and materials related supply.
• Ensure that SAP master data is accurate, current, understandable and readily accessible to all.
• Ensure integrity of all data uploaded in the system, to ensure elimination of duplication of orders / requisitions or double input of information.
• Conduct regular follow up, through regular stock reviews, on all slow-moving or obsolete items.
• Perform stock analysis to determine optimal levels and ensure appropriate level of stock is maintained to meet the user’s needs.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, materials transactions, and supplier information.
• Indicate potential stock rupture and ensure follow up with buyer and / or vendor to accelerate delivery.
• Ensure consistency between SAP records and physical stock by ensuring annual stock counts.
• Organize periodic physical inventories inspection to ensure that inventory reports tally with physical stock.
• Ensure that stock accounting is valid and accurate.
• Oversee the order fulfillment process, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of materials to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure that material requirements planning for materials is undertaken efficiently, to ensure the availability of stock materials to meet operational requirements.
• Review and develop practical guidelines/policies for stock management in line with the Supply Chain Management policy.
• Identify trends and areas for improvement in the materials management process.
• Support users and other personnel for any query regarding stock matters and stock movement related to S4HANA system.
• Advise on interchangeable materials and substitutes materials for issue from available stocks.
• Lead and mentor the Inventory and Warehouse team, fostering a culture of collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement.