Inventory Officer at Adventure Capital Group

Job Summary

• The Inventory Personnel is responsible for receiving, storing, monitoring, and issuing FMCG products within the retail store.
• The role ensures accurate stock records, proper product rotation, and minimal stock losses while supporting efficient shelf availability and smooth store operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming FMCG products against delivery notes and purchase orders.
• Inspect goods for damages, expiry dates, and quality compliance.
• Record all stock movements accurately in the POS/ERP or inventory system.
• Ensure proper storage of products according to FMCG handling standards.
• Implement and maintain FIFO/FEFO stock rotation strictly.
• Monitor stock levels and notify management of reorder needs.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock counts and reconciliations.
• Investigate and report stock variances, shrinkage, or damages.
• Issue products to the sales floor based on approved requisitions.
• Ensure shelves and back-store areas are adequately replenished.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage areas.
• Track near-expiry products and escalate for markdown or removal.
• Support periodic inventory audits.
• Collaborate with other members of the team.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Inventory accuracy rate
• Shrinkage/loss percentage
• Stock-out frequency
• Expiry and damage rates
• Shelf availability rate
• Timeliness of stock updates
• Compliance with FIFO/FEFO.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum of SSCE / OND/ NCE
• 1 – 3 years of experience in supermarket, retail, or FMCG storekeeping role preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with POS or inventory management systems
• Basic MS Excel knowledge
• Strong numeracy and documentation skills
• Understanding of FMCG handling and storage practices.

Core Competencies:

• High attention to detail
• Strong organizational ability
• Integrity and accountability
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment
• Physical stamina for lifting and moving goods
• Teamwork and reliability.

Working Conditions:

• Supermarket / retail back-store environment
• Requires lifting and moving inventory
• Fast-paced retail environment
• Monday – Saturday (8am – 6pm)
• Proximity to the location is key
• Male applicant preferred.