Stock and Inventory Manager for a SPA (Finance) - Nairobi, Kenya
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- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and be accountable for the inventory team across all branches, reporting to management.
- Ensure efficient management of stock value to minimize wastage and optimize product consumption and movement.
- Manage Inventory Officers, ensuring they understand, execute, and enjoy their roles.
- Maintain zero stock outs for continuous and consistent operations.
- Stay updated on consumption trends and maintain ownership of the Muster stock file.
- Review and analyze product/service costs to optimize value to the business.
- Assist in designing, reviewing, and improving stock processes and systems.
- Identify and research opportunities to ascertain product quality and demand.
- Identify gaps and suggest promotional initiatives across service points.
- Collaborate with Branch managers to drive sales and avoid wastages.
- Monitor and analyze product consumption, recommending bestselling products/services.
- Develop and implement inventory processes across all branches.
- Track and audit inventory supply throughout branches.
- Research better international suppliers and develop a biannual order schedule.
- Collaborate with Branch managers and finance team to maintain costs.
- Oversee monthly and annual stock takes, reporting to Management.
- Create daily and monthly reports on stock status and movement strategies.
- Own and ensure real-time updates of the muster stock file.
- Relevant bachelor's degree in finance or related field.
- Must have 6+ years of experience as stock and inventory manager (finance) sector preferably in the hospitality sector.
- Previous experience in stock and inventory management, cost accounting, managing operational costs and revenue reporting.
- Proven track record in management/leadership roles with strong leadership skills.
- Excellent knowledge and skills in accounting and finance.
- Data driven and highly organized.