Inventory Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Inventory Supervisors oversee the inventory levels of businesses. They lead a team of inventory or warehouse staff to procure, receive, record, process and store new stock. They also ensure appropriate disbursing to users, ensure adequate record keeping.

ACTIVITIES:

· Identify and estimate food and beverage supply requirements and place orders with suppliers.

· Negotiate purchase prices and develop preferred suppliers in line with due diligence procedures.

· Schedule food and beverage deliveries from suppliers.

· Ensure appropriate processing and correct storage of supplies.

· Ensure proper Inventory management of food and non-food items to minimize waste.

· Monitor lifecycle of food items to procure and store when cheapest.

· Ensure adherence to set portioning sizes, overseeing preparation of food and beverage items.

· Prepare and implement standard operating procedures. Control operations by developing & maintaining effective policies, creating high standards and adjusting when appropriate.

· Ensure daily deliveries are reconciled and closed out according to SOP.

· Monitor adherence to health, safety and hygiene standards in work areas.

· Maintain appropriate business records for example keep records of health and safety practices.

· Monitor equipment and services. Ensure adequate maintenance, repairs and adjustments.

· Ensure compliance with all external regulatory organizations.

· Ensure all inquiries, complaints/ feedback are handled promptly.

· Train and coach staff on SOPs. Ensure all staff complete all training requirements for their jobs.

· Prepare and monitor inventory budgets - to find and price inventory, reduce expenses, review current pricing, and adjust purchasing strategies if needed.

· Ensure appropriate documentation of restaurant receipts, expenses and sales.

· Plan and monitor inventory cost. Analyze food and beverage costs bimonthly.

· Implement and oversee cost cutting measures where necessary.

· Prepare and analyze management reports and KPIs.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

· Proper forecasting of inventory needs always.

· Adequate sourcing, preparation, processing, packaging and storage of inventory always.

· Monitor and Optimize inventory cost

· Adequate reporting and record keeping always

QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTS:

· B.Sc. or HND in any field. Degree in Biological Science or Record keeping is an advantage.

· Proven work experience (minimum 3 years)

· Knowledge of planning and forecasting.

· Financial acumen and good resource management skills.

· Track record of managing inventory and cost control.

· Resilient and attentive to details.

· Able to use relevant computer applications such as MS Office applications.

· High energy level and stress tolerance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦150,000.00 - ₦200,000.00 per month

Experience:

• food inventory management: 2 years (Required)
• food safety: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)