Job Title: Warehouse and Inventory Associate
Hiring Organization: Tushop
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: e-commerce
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Date Posted: 04/21/2024
Tushop’s mission is to reduce the cost of living for Africans, together. Tushop is made up of an impact-driven team striving to build something of value in this world. We persistently dream big yet are energized by the small. As a social commerce company, we seek to make food and groceries cheaper for our customers, while adding convenience, and helping farmers and manufacturers to sell their goods and grow.
Tushop is
at an early but exciting stage supported by a cadre of eminent investors. What
we do has great impact: we help farmers and suppliers make products people
want; we empower stay-at-home moms without formal employment to make incomes on
the side and feel pride with how they support their communities and neighbors;
and we help young entrepreneurs who run cyber cafes, beauty shops, and kiosks
to provide more value to their customers. We help anyone who buys food to be
able to do so more cheaply and conveniently.
And we
help our own employees learn what they want to learn, build what they want to
build, and become who they want to become (and get paid doing so!)
Your
role:
Reports
to: Senior Logistics Associate
The
Warehouse and Inventory Associate is instrumental in ensuring the seamless
functioning of our warehouse through proficient inventory management. Their
responsibilities encompass receiving, inspecting, handling, and organizing
inventory while simultaneously contributing to enhancing our warehouse
operations. The ideal candidate pays great attention to detail, thrives in
fast-paced environments, and possesses prior experience in inventory
management, ideally in the FMCG industry.
Key
Responsibilities
Receipt
and Verification:
- Offload
incoming deliveries and meticulously verify quantities and
quality/condition of goods against invoices.
- Identify
and report any discrepancies or damages promptly.
- Accurately
input received items into the inventory management system i.e inFlow
against the corresponding POs.
Inventory
Management:
- Oversee
the organization and storage of inventory effectively, adhering to
established procedures and designated locations.
- Conduct
periodic cycle counts of assigned inventory segments to verify accuracy
and identify potential discrepancies.
- Implement
and maintain a first-in, first-out (FIFO) inventory rotation system.
- Process
inventory adjustments (e.g., returns, damages) accurately and promptly.
- Maintain
accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
- Share
relevant inventory reports i.e. Expiries, damages, returns, variances etc
in a timely manner.
- Monitor
inventory levels and communicate with management regarding low stock or
replenishment needs.
- Assist
with the implementation of inventory control procedures to optimize
efficiency and minimize errors.
Picking
and Packing:
- Oversee
picking of orders quickly and precisely based on customer specifications
and picking lists.
- Ensure
packed products are of good quality as per the Quality SOPs.
- Oversee
preparation of shipments by packing items securely and ensuring proper
labeling for safe transport.
- Ensure
adherence to packaging and delivery guidelines for different product
types.
Warehousing
Operations:
- Ensure
maintenance of a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
- Identify
and propose improvements to optimize warehouse layout and inventory
management processes.
- Operate
basic warehouse equipment (e.g., ladder, weighing scales) if applicable.
- Collaborate
effectively with other warehouse personnel and departments.
- Follow
all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment
for yourself and others.
The
profile we’re likely to hire:
- Bachelor’s
degree in Business Administration, Operations, Supply Chain Management,
Logistics, or a relevant field.
- Minimum
of 2 years of hands-on experience in inventory management, preferably
within the FMCG sector.
- Prior
experience in a startup environment is highly desirable, demonstrating
adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.
- Proven
ability to oversee and maintain accurate inventory levels, effectively
minimizing stock discrepancies and promptly identifying potential
inventory issues.
- Strict
adherence to inventory control procedures, demonstrating a strong
commitment to compliance and the confidence to enforce regulations.
- Exceptional
organizational skills and attention to detail, with the capacity to
efficiently manage a wide variety of stock items and maintain precise
records.
- Demonstrates
integrity and transparency in work practices, and readily acknowledges and
addresses issues promptly.
- Previous
experience in a supervisory or team leader role, with the ability to
motivate, train, and supervise a team.
- Excellent
communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey information
and instructions to team members and other stakeholders.
- Flexibility
to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as
necessary.
- Proficiency
in using inventory management software and other relevant computer
applications e.g MS Office
- Strong
problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve
operational and inventory issues.