Inventory Assistant at Whitetree Gourmet

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Responsibilities

• Periodically participates in physical inventory counts to ensure accuracy of records versus actual physical counts and assists in resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure that the arrangement of goods is done in an orderly system within the stock location system so that the stock can be stored easily and retrieved whenever there is a requirement. Also ensure that the stocks stay physically protected in the warehouse.
• Supervise the offloading process, the subsequent arrangement of merchandise, material, etc., and consignment so that it can be accessed and identified easily.
• Ensure the correct and timely valuation of the inventory and be involved in directing and managing procedures related to offloading, packing and unpacking.
• Keeping a close eye on the movement of stock from in and out of the warehouse.
• Prepare and submit inventory control reports to Inventory Manager.
• Respond to enquiries regarding products and inventories.
• Perform inventory control to ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Maintain inventory reports according to standard documentation and archiving procedures.
• Count and record merchandises received according to store policies.
• Ensure that merchandises received are in accordance with purchase order specifications.
• Investigate and report stock discrepancies to the Inventory Manager.
• Ensure efficient transfer of stock items to various locations using the company’s inventory software.
• Assist in ensuring no more than 24 hours turnaround period between stock receipt, stock capture on system and stock shelf display at supermarket.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 1 year work experience.
• Candidate must reside on the lagos island
• Experience in retail supermarket /FMCG is an added advantage.