Inventory Strategy & ControlDefine and enforce inventory policies, SOPs, and internal controlsEnsure inventory accuracy across ERP and physical stockLead cycle counts, monthly, and annual physical stock countsInvestigate variances, approve adjustments, and implement corrective actionsControl slow-moving, obsolete, damaged, and expired inventoryControl Seasonal stock not to have obsolete itemsControl sellable and non-sellable inventoryApprove and control stock adjustments with proper root-cause analysisControl pullout after each seasonPeriodic inventory report to managementStock Planning & OptimizationSet min / max / reorder levels based on demand and lead timesOptimize inventory turnover while maintaining service levelsReduce stock-outs, excess inventory, and working-capital lockupProvide plan for repurchase and procurement.Analyse purchase and making sure no items are skippedCoordinate stock transfers between warehouses and branchesCoordinate with procurement, warehouse, sales, and finance teamsEnsure proper receiving (GRN), storage, and issuance of goodsMonitor customer returns, damages, and short/over deliveriesImplement controls for sales returns, driver shortages, and rejected deliveriesImplementing Batch Number for each order PurchaseTeam up with purchase team for buffer inventoryTeam up with sales team for optimizing and increasing salesFinancial & Audit ResponsibilityOwn inventory valuation (FIFO / Weighted Average)Partner with finance on month-end closing and auditsReview and approve write-offs, provisions, and adjustmentsPrepare inventory reports (variance, aging, valuation)Team Leadership & Cross-Functional CoordinationManage and develop inventory controllers, storekeepers, and warehouse staffTrain teams on inventory discipline and best practicesAct as the inventory point of contact for procurement, sales, operations, and financeSupport ERP improvements, data accuracy, and process automationDevelop and implement efficient inventory management systems that streamline processes and reduce excess stock.Analyze inventory turnover rates and sales trends to make informed decisions on purchasing and stocking strategies.