Inventory and Compliance Supervisor at AGL- Africa Global Logistics

Based in Mombasa and reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for the following key result areas: -

• Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management
• Monitor all daily count processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Oversee stock take activities in line with SOPs and update relevant records promptly.
• Identify and close gaps in inventory management processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct spot checks in the WMS to validate that all stock movements are recorded promptly.
• Maintain records of variances and verify documentation for all product transfers between warehouses.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures, including stock labeling standards.
• OPEX Coordination & Continuous Improvement
• Design, develop, and improve warehouse reporting templates to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with performance KPIs.
• Coordinate and facilitate Daily Operational Review (DOR) meetings, ensuring action items are tracked, closed, and reported on time.
• Support the Warehouse Manager in designing, implementing, and monitoring OPEX structures within the warehouse, including process standardization, lean initiatives, and waste elimination programs.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive root cause analysis for performance gaps, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by training and coaching warehouse teams on OPEX tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma principles.
• System & Data Management
• Audit process and documentation flow to spot inconsistencies impacting stock accuracy.
• Ensure system inventory records (SPEED/WMS/SAP) align with physical counts.
• Track and interpret variances to improve forecasting and operational planning.
• QHSE & Compliance
• Report incidents and near misses promptly and conduct investigations using the 5 WHY methodology.
• Make at least 30 Safety Observations (SIRs) per month.
• Ensure all operational activities comply with SOPs, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct periodic audits of warehouse operations and recommend improvements.
• People Management & Stakeholder Engagement
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Train and coach subordinate staff on inventory, compliance, and OPEX practices.
• Facilitate communication between warehouse teams to ensure operational alignment.

Profile

• Business Degree in Finance/Accounting or Operations/Supply Chain Management
• Professional Certification in CPA/ACCA/APICS/CIPS is an added advantage
• WMS experience is an added advantage
• 3 years' experience in External/Internal Audit, Supply Chain operations, Inventory Management, Compliance Management.
• Working Knowledge of SAP
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies like six sigma, Lean, Kaizen is an added advantage