Warehouse Operations Lead at

3 weeks ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya M-KOPA Solar Full time
M-KOPA's mission is to make high quality energy affordable to everyone. OUR GROWTH SO FAR...

M-KOPA has connected more than 400,000 homes in Kenya,Tanzania and Uganda to solar power with over 550 new homes being added every day.

Overview

You will be responsible for leading a team of inventory and warehouse officers to manage and oversee inventory control and stock management within M-KOPA Warehouse.

Your responsibilities are to ensure the efficient tracking, maintenance, and organization of inventory, as well as leading a team to achieve nil stock variances.

You will report to the Warehouse Operations Manager. This is an on-site role in Nairobi, Central Business Park.

Key Job Functions
Inventory Tracking and Record-Keeping

Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels, both incoming and outgoing. This involves monitoring stock levels and making sure that the data on systems and trackers is up-to-date.
Conduct cycle counts, including researching and documenting inventory discrepancies, to identify root causes and propose solutions.
Coordinate the fulfillment of daily orders by ensuring proper stock supply planning from the Ready-For-Sale (RFS) and sourcing team and proper order planning for RFS's units
Leveraging inventory management systems in place to streamline processes and maintain accurate stock records at all times.
Own the creation of part numbers and descriptions on the inventory management systems.

Optimize warehouse and storage

Optimize inventory systems as well as warehouse layout to determine how quickly and easily accessible stock is for efficient picking methods.

Determine aged stock seating in the warehouse.
Implementing inventory control processes to minimize losses due to theft, damage, or obsolescence.
Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance inventory management efficiency.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and industry standards related to inventory management.

Reporting and documentation

Manage the inventory tracking system to record deliveries, shipments, and stock levels.
Generate reports on inventory performance, such as transactions, stock levels, and other relevant metrics, to inform decision-making.
Perform daily audits and publish daily reports to ensure the accuracy of system quantities in all warehouse locations.
Conducting weekly audits to verify the accuracy of inventory records and identify discrepancies.

Supervisory responsibilities

Provide training and support to inventory officers to ensure they are knowledgeable about inventory processes and best practices.
Oversee the job assignments and activities of the inventory control staff.
Collaborate with the warehouse operations manager to provide performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Experience/ Skills & Competencies/ Licences & Certifications/ Education Required

3 + years experience in managing logistical and warehouse operations
Bachelor's degree in a related field
People leadership and management experience in any similar capacity
Deep understanding of Warehouse Management Systems
Good understanding of Kaizen to implement the 6s standards
Understanding raw material inventory and the movement of finished goods
Track record of hitting tight deadlines without compromising on quality of execution
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate with all levels of leadership and drive action
Integrity and openness, combined with a commitment to good governance

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