Inventory Coordinator at Shining Hope For Communities

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Inventory Coordinator will be responsible for developing/improving inventory tracking systems, reviewing levels of supplies, ordering new supplies, and performing daily inventory analysis.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Prepare orders in coordination with the procurement department.
• Lead the development and/or improvement of the inventory tracking system to streamline operations.
• Undertake regular reconciliation of physical stock with the stock in the inventory system.
• Prepare reports on inventory activities and variances including damaged or spoiled inventory.
• Assess new inventory to determine the accuracy and reliability of inventory received.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Oversee the physical protection of stocks in the stores.
• Supervise the stock receiving process, the subsequent arrangement of stock for ease of accessibility and identification.
• Review service level fulfillment of the inventory department on a continuous basis.
• Examine the levels of supplies to determine shortages.
• Document daily deliveries to update inventory.
• Perform daily analysis to predict potential inventory problems.

 Education, Experience and Skills

• Degree in Inventory Management, Procurement, Business, Logistics or any other related field.
• Qualification in Inventory Management, Logistics, Procurement or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in inventory, distribution and operational procedures.
• Experience with an inventory software is desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of procurement process and procedures.