Inventory Executive - Zolo Fried Chicken Restaurant

Job Summary:

The Inventory Executive ensures accurate inventory management in a food business, including tracking stock levels, coordinating purchases, maintaining optimal stock levels, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management:

  • Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
  • Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly stock audits.

• Order Coordination:

  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the timely receipt of goods.
  • Manage inventory transfers between locations, if applicable.

• Record Keeping:

  • Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, goods received, and issued in the inventory system.
  • Track expiration dates for perishable goods and organize FIFO (First In, First Out).

• Reporting:

  • Prepare regular inventory reports for management, including insights on slow-moving or overstocked items.

• Compliance:

  • Ensure storage conditions meet safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards for food products.
  • Monitor and report any issues related to stock quality or damage.

• Cross-functional Collaboration:

  • Work with procurement, operations, and quality control teams to forecast demand accurately.
  • Address discrepancies with vendors or internal departments.

• Process Improvement:

  • Recommend process changes to reduce wastage, improve inventory accuracy, and enhance supply chain efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in inventory management, preferably in the food industry.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Tally, or any specific food inventory tools).
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Personal Skills:
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.