Inventory Officer

OVIS Yoghurt | Lagos, Nigeria

Full-Time Posted 1 day ago 3 views

About the Role

Ovis Yoghurt is a leading indigenous Nigerian yogurt brand renowned for our premium, probiotic-rich products that promote optimal gut health. With a thick, creamy texture, our brand has experienced rapid growth across major Nigerian cities including Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. We are currently looking for a dedicated and hands-on Inventory Officer to join our dynamic operations team and help maintain our high standards of supply chain excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage raw materials by receiving, inspecting, recording, and tracking all incoming supplies to ensure proper accountability.
  • Maintain accurate records of all finished goods, accounting for various sizes and flavors.
  • Monitor stock levels continuously to ensure adequate supply for production, B2B, and B2C channels, raising timely replenishment alerts.
  • Collaborate with supply staff to prepare pick lists and ensure products are properly packed for store orders and deliveries.
  • Work alongside logistics personnel to guarantee accurate stock issuing, manage packaging materials, and reconcile all outgoing shipments.
  • Track inventory movements meticulously, recording stock-ins, stock-outs, returns, damages, and expirations.
  • Conduct regular physical stock counts, reconcile figures with system records, and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Generate comprehensive inventory, stock movement, and wastage reports for management review.
  • Utilize inventory software, mobile applications, and intermediate-to-advanced Microsoft Excel to maintain up-to-date records.

Qualifications
  • OND, HND, or BSc degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (accounting background is not required).
  • 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or a similar role, preferably within the FMCG or food industry.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory management software or applications.
  • Strong numerical skills with the ability to work accurately with figures and manage high-pressure deadlines.
  • Exceptional organizational, problem-solving abilities, and an unwavering commitment to integrity and high attention to detail.
  • Physical fitness and readiness for a hands-on role that involves active stock handling and regular physical counts.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
  • Opportunities for career growth within a rapidly expanding indigenous FMCG brand.
  • A collaborative, vibrant, and health-focused work environment.

Skills

Inventory Management Supply Chain Management Microsoft Excel Warehouse Operations Stock Control Logistics FMCG Experience
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