At Jumia, mobility is at the heart of our people development approach. This job board helps us establish more transparency in available opportunities in the company to promote mobility.
You need to follow simple guidelines:
Before applying, make sure you discussed the opportunity with your direct manager and both of you agree that this is positive for your development (Direct manager to draft a recommendation letter).
Please ensure there is a match in level & location.
The Inventory Manager oversees the inventory levels of the warehouse. The manager leads a team of inventory or supervisors to receive and record new stock as its delivered and shipped out
Key Responsibilities
Own the inventory management from reception at hub till dispatch to customers or return to vendors
Lead routine (daily or monthly) cycle counts
Liaise with commercial teams over aging items needing a return to vendor or a campaign to sell them
Ensure inventory processes & systems are adhered to end to end
Prepare detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels, and adjustments
Enhance Customer and Vendor Experience
Process mapping as per best practices in other Jumia countries
Adoption of FiFo as a model
Institute proper handling, movement and storing of items within the warehouse
Manage space within the hub ensuring it is fully utilized
Required Qualifications
Bachelors. Degree (Business Administration, Logistics- supply chain,) or a good degree
A certification in project management will be an added advantage
Basic knowledge of finance will be an added advantage
Advanced Excel skills
Relevant Experience
Minimum of 4 years FMCG, or warehouse management experience
Ability to communicate in flawless English, French, and/or Arabic (depending on base location)
Solid knowledge of data analysis, inventory management software, and forecasting techniques.
Experience of supply chain management and transportation concepts: forecasting, planning, optimization, logistics, delivery performance, carrier negotiation, inventory management, SOP.
Understanding of E-Commerce Direct-to-Consumer order fulfilment concepts
Excellent creative thinking skills with emphasis on developing innovative solutions to solve complex problems that may not have one clear answer
Skills and Competences
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Attention to detail
Self-Driven and great independent follow-through Ability
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Transportation Logistics network management, Retail or Customer Service processes and priorities