Inventory Control Officer at Skipper Eye-Q Super Speciality Eye Hospital – Victoria Island, Lagos

Skipper Eye-Q Super Speciality Eye Hospital is recruiting a full-time Inventory Control Officer in Victoria Island, Lagos. The role manages stock movement, counts and reconciliation to keep hospital inventory accurate and available.

Description

• We are recruiting an Inventory Control Officer to manage the hospital’s stock levels, track item movement, and ensure physical inventory matches system records.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Monitoring & Tracking: Track inbound and outbound inventory, monitor reorder points, and prevent stockouts or excess stock.
• Auditing & Cycle Counting: Conduct regular physical stock counts, cycle counts, and reconcile differences against system data.
• Receiving & Inspection: Inspect incoming shipments for quality and quantity, verify delivery notes against purchase orders, and log items into the system.
• Discrepancy Investigation: Investigate variances, missing stock, or damaged goods, and escalate unresolved issues.
• Stock Organization & Rotation: Implement stock rotation methods like FIFO (First-In, First-Out) and maintain clean, safe warehouse categorization.
• Reporting: Generate inventory reports on usage patterns, stock levels, discrepancies, and valuation.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with procurement, warehouse staff, finance, and sales teams.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: Typically 2 – 4 years of proven experience in inventory control, warehousing, or retail/FMCG operations.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in ERP or Warehouse Management Systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or specialized WMS software).
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel or spreadsheet tools for data tracking and reporting.
• Core Competencies:
• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to deal with vendors and internal teams