Inventory Planning & Quality Assurance Associate at Herbal Goodness

OBJECTIVES

Inventory Management:

• Implement and maintain inventory control systems and processes to ensure optimal stock availability
• Coordinate with the Sales and Marketing team, Procurement, and other functions to forecast demand and supply

Order Processing:

• Process purchase orders and sales orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure orders are fulfilled and shipped on time.
• Address order-related issues and provide resolution as needed.

Supplier Coordination:

• Communicate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Resolve any issues related to supply delays or discrepancies in orders

Data Analysis

• Analyze inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas of improvement
• Prepare reports on inventory metric for management review
• Assist in forecasting demand and supply needs.

E-Commerce Integration:

• Ensure accurate inventory levels are reflected on the E-commerce platform and records.
• Analyze e-commerce sales data to forecast inventory needs and adjust stock levels accordingly
• Co-ordinates with E-commerce team to manage sales and stock updates

Process Improvement:

• Participate in supply chain improvement projects to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Suggest process enhancements and innovative solutions to streamline operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with various departments, such as procurement, production, and sales, to align supply chain activities with overall business goals.
• Communicate effectively to ensure a smooth flow of information and materials

Quality Assurance:

• Identify, document, and resolve quality issues with suppliers, working closely with the purchasing and production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate quality records, including inspection results, non-conformance reports, and corrective action documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting and implementing process changes to enhance product quality and reduce quality-related costs

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role.
• Must have completed NYSC.
• Relevant Logistics or Supply Chain certification is an added advantage.
• Strong data analytics and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Inventory Planning best practices.
• Experienced in implementing good documentation practices.
• Good knowledge of regulatory requirements, with experience dealing with regulatory agencies.
• Experience in Quality Release processes and laboratory analysis is an added advantage.
• Basic understanding of Quality Control and Quality Assurance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a reliable internet connection, working laptop, and the ability to adjust work hours to Central Standard Time (9 am - 5 pm CST).