Africa Global Logistics Kenya
Transportation + 2 more
Description
Profile
- Business Degree in Finance/Accounting/Operations/Supply Chain Management.
- Professional Certification in CPA/ACCA/APICS/CIPS is an added advantage.
- At least 3 years' experience in any of the following fields: -
- External/Internal Audit
- Supply Chain/Operations/Inventory Management.
- Risk/Governance/Compliance Management.
- Working knowledge of SAP and SPEED is an added advantage.
- Tertiary education in either Logistics or Supply Chain management would be an advantage.
Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management
- Monitor all daily count processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Oversee stock take activities in line with SOPs and update relevant records promptly.
- Identify and close gaps in inventory management processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Conduct spot checks in the WMS to validate that all stock movements are recorded promptly.
- Maintain records of variances and verify documentation for all product transfers between warehouses.
- Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures, including stock labelling standards.
OPEX Coordination & Continuous Improvement
- Design, develop, and improve warehouse reporting templates to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with performance KPIs.
- Coordinate and facilitate Daily Operational Review (DOR) meetings, ensuring action items are tracked, closed, and reported on time.
- Support the Warehouse Manager in designing, implementing, and monitoring OPEX structures within the warehouse, including process standardization, lean initiatives, and waste elimination programs.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive root cause analysis for performance gaps, ensuring corrective actions are implemented effectively.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement by training and coaching warehouse teams on OPEX tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Lean, and Six Sigma principles.
System & Data Management
- Audit process and documentation flow to spot inconsistencies impacting stock accuracy.
- Ensure system inventory records (SPEED/WMS/SAP) align with physical counts.
- Track and interpret variances to improve forecasting and operational planning.
QHSE & Compliance
- Report incidents and near misses promptly and conduct investigations using the 5 WHY methodology.
- Make at least 30 Safety Observations (SIRs) per month.
- Ensure all operational activities comply with SOPs, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct periodic audits of warehouse operations and recommend improvements.
People Management & Stakeholder Engagement
- Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Train and coach subordinate staff on inventory, compliance, and OPEX practices.
- Facilitate communication between warehouse teams to ensure operational alignment.
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