THE PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Operations Support, leading a team of 40 that track, control and manage all activities related inventory management

Actively involved in CDC operations, and frequently and effectively communicating with all CDC departments to ensure the accurate maintenance of records relating to product movements

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

1 Provide daily inventory reports to the operations management team
2 Direct, monitor, review, analyze and recommend improvements and changes of inventory processes across all operational areas
3 Conduct regular cycle counts to verify inventory record accuracy
4 Conduct a complete physical wall to wall stock takes on a quarterly basis
5 Conduct process audits to determine inventory accuracy improvement initiatives
6 Manage expiry & returns process, review inventory to identify potential risk and opportunities to minimize obsolescence and identify inventory for disposal.
7 Set and manage performance management standards and KPIs for the inventory team
8 Ensure the continued professional development of your area of responsibility investigation team, to include the identification of suitable individuals in longer-term succession planning.

Educational Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in Supply Chain or Finance or alternative relevant degree, with an understanding of Supply Chain Operations

Experience

• 5 years previous experience in an inventory management or an analytical role, ideally within the Supply Chain or Finance functions

Capabilities and Competencies

• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access programs
• Proficient with warehouse management and inventory control systems
• Excellent leadership skills and a ‘hands on’ inspirational management style, results-driven, highly numerate and financially astute
• Proven analytical troubleshooting and problem solution skills
• Attention to detail with strong communication skills
• Good Command of English and PC Literate
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills, with ability to clearly articulate ideas and proposals to all levels of the organisation
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure organization
• Ability to work with all levels of management with demonstrated ability to develop and motivate and influence others – both up and down the organization
• Able to work flexible hours with an open minded and positive attitude
• Enjoy working as part of a committed, flexible team, and taking pride in everything you do