Inventory Officer at Owens and Xley

Location: Yaba, Lagos  

Qualifications: HND/BSC in Business Administration, Purchasing & Supply, Finance or any relevant field.

Salary: N80,000

Experience: 2-3 years proven experience as an inventory officer

We are currently looking to hire a qualified inventory officer for our client, a catering company in located in Yaba, Lagos.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare purchase orders.
• Receive, store and issue materials.
• Manage stock levels and distribute supplies from stock.
• Maintain stock records using manual or computerized systems.
• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures
• Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw material to identify shortages.
• Report to the Finance Officer on stock levels, issues, etc.
• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from members.
• Monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory
• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus.
• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships.
• Reconcile physical stock with the stock in the system or inventory log.
• Check the inventory software daily to monitor stock movement and maintain the optimal reorder level.
• Develop procedures to avoid overstocking items that tie up cash and creates storage difficulties.
• Analyze data to anticipate future needs.
• Perform all other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Sound knowledge of the inventory management software (ERP)
•  Ability to track inventory and generate reports.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work to deliver promptly within tight timelines
• Proactivity, organization, and a very strong work ethic.