Inventory & Logistics Officer

Responsibilities:

Inventory Management:

• Maintain accurate inventory records for all rental assets and equipment.
• Track inventory movement from dispatch to return.
• Conduct routine stock counts and inventory audits.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
• Monitor inventory levels and report shortages or excesses.
• Track damaged, missing, or obsolete items.

Logistics Coordination:

• Plan and coordinate daily deliveries, pickups, and transfers.
• Schedule and supervise logistics operations.
• Coordinate truck drivers and logistics personnel.
• Ensure timely deployment and retrieval of rental equipment.
• Optimize delivery routes and logistics efficiency.

Warehouse Operations:

• Oversee receiving, storage, loading, and unloading activities.
• Ensure proper organization and storage of inventory.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, safety, and operational standards.
• Supervise warehouse support personnel where applicable.

Asset Accountability:

• Ensure all rental items are properly documented before dispatch and upon return.
• Monitor asset utilization and availability.
• Coordinate repair, maintenance, and replacement of damaged assets.
• Implement measures to reduce inventory loss and damage.

Reporting & Documentation:

• Prepare inventory reports and logistics performance reports.
• Maintain dispatch records, waybills, inventory logs, and reconciliation reports.
• Track logistics costs and operational efficiency.
• Provide regular updates to management on inventory status. 

Requirements:

• Minimum of HND in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in inventory management, logistics, warehousing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience within an event rental company, logistics company, warehouse, hospitality, or similar operational environment is highly desirable.
• Strong inventory control and warehouse management skills.
• Excellent planning and coordination abilities.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.