Inventory Officer - Buymore Supermarket, Lagos

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated professional. Location: Opic Isheri, Ogun Key Responsibilities: Inventory Checks and Control:

• Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures

• Maintain an updated and accurate records of inventory

• Inspect the level of merchandise / goods supplied to identify shortages

• Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers

• Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory

• Ensure quantity on the supply invoices corresponds with supplied goods

• Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory

• Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus

• Auction damaged goods according to the policies and procedures

• Analyze data to anticipate future needs

• Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met

• Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc.

Cost Control/ Reduction:

• Work in conjunction with Finance and Procurement department to ensure maximum profitability

• Negotiate prices with suppliers without compromising on quality on goods/ merchandize

• Notify suppliers on expiry date on goods to avoid complaints from customers

• Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships

• Negotiate payment terms with suppliers in favor of the management of Buymore

Finance Management:

• Submit all invoices to Account department for processing

Other duties:

• Ensure the retail shop is always presented and merchandised to the highest standards whilst maintaining focus on the most profitable items.

• Stays abreast of competitors within the industry.

• Conduct price survey from time to time to ensure our prices are within the industry standard.

• Oversee opening and closing of the store room and the facility

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers

• Notify Procurement of price increment

• Work with Business Operations Manager on inventory discrepancies and loss prevention and product knowledge training for sales staff

• Send weekly and monthly report to the management

• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the management.