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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.