Inventory Controller

INVENTORY CONTROLLER

Job Title: Inventory Controller

Job number: 362910 Closing Date: 14th July 2026

Business Area / Unit: Menengai Warehouse Operations

Business Area / Unit: Warehouse Operations

Reports to: Site Lead-Menengai.

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We’re number one in contract logistics and international express delivery, and a leader in the forwarding business. Join us and you’ll be working for a global company that’s focused on service, quality, and sustainability, and using the power of global trade to connect people and improve lives. And not just for our customers, but for every member of our Group too.

At DHL Supply Chain East Africa, we’re looking for an Inventory Controller.

Role Outline

Primarily responsible in assisting the Operations manager by undertaking daily system reconciliation for warehouse stock movement from receipts to dispatch. This includes data entry in WMS(SAP) and daily cycle counts within the warehouse. Also prepare joint monthly stock takes /signoffs and compliance

About The Role Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Carry out stock inspection on daily spot checks/cycle counts and monthly stock takes and reconciles against the WMS stocks.
• Carry out proper housekeeping and stock arrangement on storage during put away activity.
• Ensure standard quality products are maintained in the warehouse zones and WMS system aligned to physical storage quantities.
• Update data entry on WMS for nonconformities on stocks due to storage bin misalignment/Flag and share weekly aging report with all stakeholders
• Report any nonconformity on stocks(loss) to the Operations manager real time to allow immediate investigation and closure
• Maintain Clear and accurate record keeping on daily reports on cycle counts and monthly stock takes.
• Fully responsible for safety at the various workstations with zero LTA.
• You may be required to undertake other duties as necessitated by business needs that may not be part of the responsibilities outlined in this role profile.
• Fully responsible for proper handling and safe usage of assigned equipment e.g Desktops, laptops,, etc
• Maintain a record of signed monthly stock take sheets for reference
• Ensure zero accidents and on time escalation.
• Ensure stock traceability is maintained
  
  
  

• Relevant University degree or Diploma in Business Management/ Supply Chain Management/Purchasing.
• 4 years’ work experience in inventory management
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, Innovative & creativity.
• Business and Commercial Acumen.
• Experience in warehousing/logistics / FMCG environment.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Well-organized individual and results oriented.
• Proficient use of MS Word
• Proficient use of MS Excel
• Proficient use of MS Outlook
  
  
  

• DHL Supply Chain has a truly international, Inclusive, and diverse working environment, with a strong emphasis on values and team-based leadership along with an open and engaging company culture.
• Extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Health insurance cover - Inpatient / Outpatient / Dental / Optical.
• Tools for the assigned tasks and results delivery.
  
  
  

• ID- AV- 362910
• Job Type- Full-time
• Job Location- Nairobi, Kenya,
• Recruiter Details- Andrew Ogare