Inventory & Warehouse Manager

<p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p> <p>Moniepoint Inc is a financial technology company digitizing Africa’s real economy by building a financial ecosystem for businesses, providing them with all the payment, banking, credit, and business management tools they need to succeed.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What We Do</strong></p> <p>At Moniepoint, we are a customer-focused community dedicated to crafting solutions that redefine our industry. We have several products that provide essential services for businesses such as credit, overdrafts etc. We leverage artificial intelligence and data to make our decisions, but also have the technology and data-driven best practices used to support our businesses.&nbsp;</p> <p><em>Curious about what makes Moniepoint an incredible place to work?&nbsp;<a href="https://moniepoint.com/blog">Check out posts on how we cultivate a culture of innovation, teamwork, and growth.</a></em></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p> <p>The Inventory &amp; Warehouse Manager is tasked with ensuring the accurate, timely, and secure<br>management of all Point-of-Sale (POS) inventory, including terminals, spare parts, and work<br>tools. This role is crucial for maintaining operational continuity and facilitating efficient<br>distribution by establishing robust procedures. Key responsibilities include optimizing<br>inventory levels, minimizing costs, and maintaining complete auditability throughout the<br>inventory lifecycle. Furthermore, the Inventory Manager must ensure that all POS devices<br>and spare parts under their jurisdiction strictly adhere to the unit's Standard Operating<br>Procedures (SOP), while the inventory management team consistently employs best<br>practices.<br>Key Responsibilities<br>● Inventory Control &amp; Accuracy: Develop, implement, and maintain inventory control<br>procedures to ensure high accuracy levels between physical stock and system<br>records. Conduct regular cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations.<br>● Terminal &amp; Parts Flow Management: Oversee the end-to-day movement of terminals<br>and parts. Ensure faulty terminals are pushed to technicians daily and repaired<br>terminals are accepted from QA accurately and timely, confirming both physical and<br>logical matches.<br>● Stock Optimization: Analyze inventory data and trends to forecast demand, minimize<br>stockouts, reduce excess inventory, and optimize inventory turnover rates. Establish<br>and maintain reorder points and safety stock levels.<br>● System &amp; Process Improvement: Implement and manage inventory management<br>systems to improve visibility, traceability, and operational efficiency. Drive continuous<br>improvement initiatives to streamline processes.<br>● Team Leadership &amp; Training: Supervise, train, and mentor inventory staff. Ensure<br>team compliance with all inventory procedures and best practices.<br>● Vendor &amp; Cross-Functional Coordination: Liaise with procurement, Partnerships,<br>DNS, and repair teams to align inventory levels with operational needs. Manage<br>relationships with third-party logistic partners and OEMs.<br>● Reporting &amp; Compliance: Prepare regular reports on inventory performance (e.g.,<br>turnover rates, accuracy, carrying costs). Ensure compliance with company policies<br>and regulatory requirements.<br>● Cost Management: Identify and implement strategies to reduce carrying costs,<br>minimize obsolescence, and dispose of excess or obsolete inventory appropriately.<br>Qualifications and Requirements<br>Education<br>● Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration,<br>or a related field.<br>Experience<br>● Minimum of 5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations,<br>or a similar role, preferably within a repair center, distribution, or retail environment.<br>● Proven experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity.<br>● Hands-on experience with inventory management software and proficiency in<br>Microsoft Excel.<br>Skills<br>● Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven<br>decisions to optimize inventory.<br>● Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to ensure accuracy in all inventory records<br>and processes.<br>● Leadership: Excellent team management, training, and mentoring abilities.<br>● Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective<br>collaboration with cross-functional teams and external partners.<br>● Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing effective solutions.<br>● Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet<br>deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</p>