Stock Control Analyst

Job Description

Company Introduction

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Collaborate with management to develop and refine procedures for daily operational inventory cycle counts and weekly spot checks by shop/territory managers;
• Conduct in-depth analysis of stock variances discovered during physical inventory counts, investigating underlying issues and prompting management action when required;
• Review pending invoices and open purchase order data to rectify any discrepancies affecting perpetual stock records in the system;
• Review weekly wastage and consumables costs per shop to find and fix issues affecting ongoing stock records;
• Accurately adjust stock levels in the system, consulting with the Cost Controller and getting CFO approval when necessary;
• Spearhead initiatives for process enhancements aimed at achieving organizational goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
• Perform ad-hoc financial analyses to support business decisions;
• Identify and suggest cost-effective solutions for operational efficiency improvements;
• Aid in preparing financial presentations for senior management and board meetings to support decision-making.

Experience

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting or Finance;
• Previous experience in a retail setting;
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced features such as Pivot Tables;
• Experienced in various inventory control activities to maintain efficient stock management;
• Familiarity with accounting practices relevant to inventory management.

Personal Skills

• Known for meticulous attention to detail in all tasks;
• Be analytical;
• Have good presentation skills;
• Demonstrated understanding of basic inventory control principles and a track record of accurate record-keeping.