Inventory & Compliance Supervisor M/F at AGL- Africa Global Logistics in Mombasa, Kenya

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    Inventory & Compliance Supervisor M/F

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    1 week ago

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    26 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Logistics & Transportation
    Supply Chain & Procurement

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    Job Description

    To oversee the effective management of inventory in various operational activities and ensure independent investigations are carried out on any irregularities. Additionally, oversee warehouse controls, regulations and best practice adherence. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee effective management of inventory in various operational activities
    • Ensure independent investigations on irregularities
    • Oversee warehouse controls, regulations, and best practice adherence
    • Monitor daily count processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely resolution of discrepancies
    • Oversee stock take activities in line with SOPs and update records promptly
    • Identify and close gaps in inventory management processes
    • Conduct spot checks in WMS to validate stock movements
    • Maintain records of variances and verify documentation for product transfers
    • Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures
    • Design, develop, and improve warehouse reporting templates
    • Coordinate Daily Operational Review (DOR) meetings
    • Support Warehouse Manager in OPEX structures, process standardization, lean initiatives, waste elimination
    • Monitor KPIs and drive root cause analysis
    • Promote continuous improvement culture (5S, Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma)
    • Audit process and documentation flow
    • Ensure system inventory records align with physical counts
    • Track and interpret variances
    • Report incidents and near misses, conduct investigations using 5 WHY
    • Make at least 30 Safety Observations (SIRs) per month
    • Ensure compliance with SOPs, policies, and regulations
    • Conduct periodic audits and recommend improvements
    • Maintain relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
    • Train and coach subordinate staff
    • Facilitate communication between warehouse teams

    Required Qualifications

    • 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

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Supply Chain & Procurement

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Business

    Field of Study

    Supply Chain Management

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the AGL- Africa Global Logistics career portal at acareerbyagl.talent-soft.com.

    Prove You Can Run a Tight Warehouse Ship

    This role is about keeping stock accurate, processes compliant, and teams disciplined. Hiring managers will look for evidence you've handled audits, driven continuous improvement, and used systems like SAP or WMS under pressure.

    1. Quantify your inventory wins: On your CV, show numbers: stock accuracy percentages, reduction in variances, or audit scores. For example, "Improved stock accuracy from 92% to 98% in six months."

    2. Show your system fluency: Be ready to discuss your hands-on experience with SAP, SPEED, or WMS. Mention specific modules you've used (e.g., MM, WM) and how you've used them to track movements or run cycle counts.

    3. Prepare for audit-style questions: Expect questions on how you've handled discrepancies, conducted investigations, or ensured compliance. Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answers.

    4. Highlight your OPEX toolkit: If you've used 5S, Kaizen, or Lean, give concrete examples. For instance, "Led a Kaizen event that reduced picking errors by 30%."

    5. Emphasize your coaching skills: This role trains warehouse teams. Share examples of how you've upskilled staff or improved team performance through training.

    6. Know your KPIs: Be ready to discuss the KPIs you've monitored (e.g., inventory accuracy, order fill rate) and how you've used them to drive improvements.

    7. Show you're safety-conscious: The posting mentions 30 Safety Observations per month. Highlight any safety initiatives you've led or participated in, and your knowledge of incident investigation methods like 5 WHY.

    8. Ask smart questions: In the interview, ask about the current inventory accuracy levels, the team structure, or the biggest compliance challenges. This shows you're already thinking like a supervisor.

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    Tags

    inventory management
    compliance
    SAP
    SPEED
    WMS