PURPOSE ​

To monitor inventory control processes laid down by management and appraise independently all controls within stores, procurement, production, loading and packing areas of the organization.

THE JOB​

• Planning, organizing and supervising the inventory control operations and providing quality assurance on work done by the team.
• Provide leadership and direction in communicating and monitoring inventory control policies and processes.
• Ensure all materials received by the company are following policies and procedures.
• Weekly reconciliation of material movements including report on any shortages.
• Perform administrative tasks such as allocation of staff to various duty posts, approval of staff overtime, dissemination of relevant information to team members.
• Check compliance with approved operational procedures at entry gate, weighbridge, loading bays and exit gates.
• Report deficiencies in control to the manager and make appropriate recommendations.
• Preparation and circulation of monthly inventory count schedule.

THE PERSON MUST ​

• Possess strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and compliance procedures.
• Demonstrate excellent understanding of inventory management and materials movement processes.
• Be highly proficient in financial analysis, reconciliation, and variance investigation.
• Have strong audit capabilities with the ability to conduct independent control reviews.

QUALIFICATION

• HND/Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional Qualification Required: ACCA, ACA or a recognized accounting certification.

EXPERIENCE​

• Minimum of ten years’ experience in internal control, audit, inventory management, or related operational roles.
• Experience in a structured, fast-paced manufacturing or FMCG environment is highly required.