Production Inventory Controller at Highlands Drinks Limited

Highlands is a Kenyan company manufacturing and marketing non-alcoholic beverages, with a history spanning 69 years. A Pioneer of the East African beverages industry, Highlands has been transformed from a small family factory to a category leader with an "own-brand" portfolio that spans the major beverage categories and consumer segments of the market.

 

Production Inventory Controller

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationDiploma
  • Experience1 year
  • LocationNyeri
  • Job FieldManufacturing 

About the Job

Detailed responsibilities include:

  • Maintain accurate records of inventory levels for raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods.
  • Provide a leading role in inventory audits such as annual, monthly and weekly counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical and system records.
  • Utilize available inventory management systems to track and optimize stock movement.
  • Coordinate with the raw materials team as well as production supervisor to ensure timely availability of materials based on production needs.
  • Generate inventory reports and key performance metrics such raw material yield reports and variances.
  • Provide insights to management on inventory trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
  • Use data to identify and resolve bottlenecks in the inventory and production cycle.
  • Identify opportunities to reduce waste, optimize inventory levels, and improve cost efficiency.
  • Continuously improve inventory processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
  • Train team members on inventory procedures and system usage.
  • Ensure inventory practices comply with company policies and standard operating procedures related to raw material movement and utilization.
  • Maintain detailed records of inventory movements, adjustments, and audits.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate and complete inventory documentation.

Education and Experience Level

  • Diploma education and above in business, IT, finance, economics, engineering, science, or related course plus more than 1 year in inventory control management and process.
  • Organizational and leadership abilities
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
  • Problem-solving skills

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Highlands Drinks Limited on recruitment.highlandske.com to apply

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