Stocks and Requisitions Inventory Analyst at Mai Shayi Coffee

Responsibilities
Inventory Management:

• Monitor and report on the company’s inventory levels for cafes, roastery, and online retail.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and procurement teams to forecast inventory demand, ensuring optimal stock levels.
• Conduct monthly inventory audits, identifying discrepancies and providing actionable insights.

Demand Forecasting:

• Utilize historical data, sales trends, and other relevant metrics to forecast inventory needs for both cafes and the roastery.
• Coordinate closely with sales and marketing teams to understand promotional activities and their impact on inventory.

Data Analysis:

• Evaluate inventory turnover rates and advise on reorder points.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete stock, proposing strategies for stock clearance or write-offs.
• Analyze suppliers’ performance to ensure timely delivery and quality of products.

Reporting:

• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly inventory reports for management’s review.
• Highlight potential stockouts or overstock situations, providing recommendations for action.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the procurement team to align inventory needs with purchasing schedules.
• Collaborate with the sales team for insights into customer preferences, seasonal demand spikes, or potential new product launches.

Continuous Improvement:

• Recommend improvements to current inventory management processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in inventory management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree / HND in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in inventory management or a similar role.
• Proficient in inventory management software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with the coffee industry or F&B sector would be an advantage.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in an office environment.
• Willingness to travel between Lagos and Abuja offices, and occasionally to other company locations as required.