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Stores & Inventory Controller (Retail) At Summit Recruitment And Search

Summit Recruitment And Search

Consulting full time Nairobi Posted 2 weeks ago

Summit Recruitment & Search was established in 2009 to address the recruitment, mass recruitment, executive search, outsourcing and training needs of companies based in Kenya or wanting to enter the Kenyan, East African, South African and African market. We have a leading proven track record in our field in South Africa, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Rwanda, Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana and many other African countries. We are able to advise on market trends, training requirements, prevailing salaries and offer a complete HR Solution where necessary. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role for someone who takes pride in a well-run, accurate store. Key Responsibilities Receive all incoming raw materials and bought-in goods against purchase orders in our inventory system — verify quantity and quality, record accurate receipt dates, and flag shortages, overages or damage. Issue materials to production against manufacturing orders (MOs) and record consumption accurately. Receive finished goods from packing into the finished-goods store and book them into our inventory system. Pick, pack and record transfers Own stock accuracy: run regular cycle counts, maintain bin locations, reconcile the system against physical stock, and investigate and resolve discrepancies. Keep the stores clean, organised, labelled and secure; apply FIFO where it matters. Flag low stock and reorder triggers to the Inventory Planner and support the replenishment cycle. Maintain clean receiving records, stock movements and stock reports. Uphold stock security, housekeeping and safety standards in the stores. Key Qualifications 3+ years in stores, warehouse or inventory control, ideally in manufacturing or retail distribution. Hands-on experience with an inventory / MRP / ERP system and able to learn a new system quickly. Strong numeracy and accuracy, with a disciplined, systematic approach to record-keeping. Organised, reliable and honest. Understanding of bills of materials (BOMs), and familiarity with cycle-counting and stock-accuracy practices. Deadline for applications: 30/10/2026