Inventory Supervisor

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We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Inventory Supervisor

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Warehouse and Supply Chain
Reports To: Warehouse / Supply Chain Manager
Direct Reports: Storekeepers and Warehouse Staff

Job Summary

• The Inventory Supervisor will oversee the receipt, storage, movement, and control of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• The role ensures accurate inventory records, proper stock handling, timely material availability for production, and efficient warehouse operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the receipt, inspection, storage, and dispatch of materials and finished goods.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure incoming materials are inspected and approved before storage.
• Enforce FIFO/FEFO procedures and ensure all stock movements are accurately recorded in the inventory or ERP system.
• Issue materials to production against approved requisitions and maintain supporting documentation.
• Monitor stock levels and reorder points to prevent stock-outs and excess inventory.
• Conduct regular stock counts, reconcile physical stock with system records, and investigate discrepancies.
• Monitor expired, damaged, obsolete, and slow-moving stock and ensure proper segregation and disposal procedures.
• Coordinate finished goods dispatch and verify quantities and delivery documentation.
• Collaborate with Production, Procurement, Quality, Finance, and Sales to maintain effective inventory control.
• Supervise, train, and allocate duties to warehouse staff.
• Enforce warehouse safety, housekeeping, and proper handling procedures.
• Prepare regular inventory reports covering stock levels, ageing, and variances.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc. or HND in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of inventory or warehouse management experience in FMCG or manufacturing, including at least one year in a supervisory role.
• Hands-on experience with ERP or inventory management systems.
• Good knowledge of FIFO/FEFO, stock reconciliation, and warehouse best practices.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong numerical, analytical, and stock reconciliation.

Salary
N200,000 - N400,000 per month.