Inventory Assistant at FOAK Business Solutions Limited

Summary

• The Inventory Assistant is responsible for material management, including acquiring and distributing stock such as beef, fish & seafood, poultry, goat, and ram products.
• This role ensures accurate inventory records, optimum stock levels, and adherence to quality standards.

Tasks

• Prepare purchase orders, receive, store, and issue goods while managing stock levels.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using manual or computerized systems and verify supply invoices against purchase orders.
• Prepare reports on inventory adjustments for damaged or spoiled items and coordinate purchasing and warehousing functions.
• Source suppliers and obtain competitive quotes.
• Record and track inventory receipts and issuance to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Reconcile physical stock with system records and oversee orderly stock arrangement for easy retrieval.
• Ensure goods in the cold room are properly stored and protected.
• Conduct daily stock-taking and confirm periodic inventory with staff.
• Supervise offloading and arrangement of goods for accessibility.
• Monitor stock movement in and out of the cold room and prepare weekly reports, including consignment details and inventory balances.
• Provide excellent service to both existing and new customers to maintain satisfaction.
• Manage cycle counting programs and adopt best practices for inventory control.
• Identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in inventory or store management.
• Bachelor’s Degree / HND in Inventory Management, Accounting, Logistics, or a related field is an advantage.
• Advanced computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with computerized inventory systems is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities in challenging situations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Passion for learning and a methodical approach to completing tasks.
• Strong planning and numerical skills for clerical and administrative work.
• Collaborative teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.