Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, July 15, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose/Mission
The Retail Inventory Manager works with the Head of Operations and the Supply Chain Manager to ensure adequate levels of inventory are available across all 80+ retail locations operated by ENGIE Energy Access Uganda. The position holder works in close collaboration with Service Center Manager and the Commercial Strategy Manager to minimize stock loss through implementation of inventory control (audit, stock count, documentation of movement) and inventory management (storage conditions, access control, etc.) policies. He or she makes sure that relevant team members in the Customer Experience and Commercial teams are trained to understand their roles and responsibilities in managing inventory and are held accountable for lost stock. The Retail Inventory Manager also leads reconciliation of inventory stock counts against the ERP system in close collaboration with the Finance team. He or She manages a team of 4 Inventory Control Specialists. The role requires frequent travel to remote part of Uganda.

Key performance indicators
• % Inventory availability (location in stock / all locations for key products)
• % Inventory loss (inventory loss / Cost of goods sold)
• % Compliance with inventory storage and handling policy
• % Retail Location audited Monthly
• On-time reconciliation

Responsibilities
• Plan and oversee the implementation of monthly stock count and audits and reconcile results against expected inventory data in the inventory management system.
• Reconcile field inventory stock count against ERP system data monthly, identify and investigate discrepancies, and report results to management within deadline.
• Collaborate with operations, CX, and sales team leaders and Heads of Department to improve stock management, safety and security policies and processes, especially those around audits to ensure transparency, accuracy, and communication of results.
• Monitor inventory availability across the retail network identify stock out risk and take preventive action to reduce risk or minimize impact.
• Develop bi-monthly distribution plans to all retail locations (i.e., decide which products are to be supplied in what quantity at what location) considering sales forecast, inventory on hand, and supply.
• Collaborate with the Head of Operations as well as the Sales and the Customer Experience teams to regularly review standards and processes for managing inventory at retail location.
• Ensure that all sales and service center representatives are trained regularly in inventory control policies and in their roles and responsibilities in inventory management.
• Ensure that the Retail Inventory Team provides ongoing and responsive technical support to inventory controllers to facilitate the movement of products and maximize sales
• Hold Commercial and CX team members accountable for lost or missing inventory by implementing the Inventory Loss Policy and imposing penalties when appropriate.
• Communicate regularly on the implementation of inventory control measures (i.e., stock count process, incentives, penalties)
• At EEA, we have high expectations for our team Leads. Each plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our Team leads help EEA realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports.

We believe that great leaders:
• Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decisions which contribute to successful delivery of results.
• Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness.
• Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility.
• Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening.
• Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging.

Knowledge and skills 
Experience and Skills:
• 2 years of experience in managing teams
• 3+ years of experience in managing delivery and/or inventory
• Prior experience in operating multiple sites is preferred
• Self-motivated and exemplified company’s values
• Previous experience with inventory management system
• Strong critical thinking capabilities
• Outstanding written and verbal communications skills
• Attention to detail
• Outstanding work ethics and integrity

Qualifications:
• University degree from a recognized institution, relevant technical qualification a plus

Language(s): 
• English

Technology:
• Computer skills - High competency in Microsoft Office products and interest in learning higher level data analysis tools (ex - SQL & Tableau)
• Excellent Excel skills


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

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