Inventory Management Associate

About the Role

At Genser Energy Ghana Limited, the Inventory Management Associate joins the Operations & Maintenance division to handle the comprehensive oversight of supplies and equipment — from receipt through storage to issuance. This critical function ensures accurate inventory data, timely transactions, and prevents stock shortages.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee unloading and acceptance of delivered goods and equipment from suppliers.
• Track and document all inventory transactions including receiving, stock placement, transfers, and returns within the inventory management system.
• Perform regular cycle counts and assist with complete inventory audits to maintain stock accuracy.
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies, reporting variances to the Inventory Superintendent.
• Collaborate with both operational teams and purchasing to forecast demands and guarantee sufficient stock levels.
• Manage and organize storage, warehousing, and store areas to optimize space and ensure safe material handling.
• Label and tag inventory items and equipment appropriately.
• Prepare regular inventory reports for management review and support data analysis.
• Work alongside the Health and Safety department to uphold compliance with Genser’s safety protocols concerning inventory handling.
• Propose enhancements to inventory tracking processes to improve efficiency.

Budgeting Duties:

• Assist in crafting the monthly budget.
• Participate in managing budgetary items, focusing on cost control and expense forecasting.
• Help ensure budget alignment with departmental planned activities.

Organizational Development:

• Supervise team members to meet project deadlines and budget constraints.
• Conduct performance evaluations and develop growth plans for team members.
• Coordinate leave schedules of subordinate staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Materials Management, Engineering, or related disciplines is required.
• Experience in multicultural environments is advantageous.
• Command of French or Chinese languages is a beneficial asset.

Knowledge and Experience

• At least 4 years of relevant inventory management experience, ideally in heavy engineering within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Experience with inventory and accounting software such as Sage, SAP, or QuickBooks.

Core Competencies

• Proactive problem-solving to identify and overcome technical challenges.
• Capable of managing technical issues effectively in a dynamic business setting.
• Consistent and clear communication abilities.
• Skilled in managing multiple projects with effective delivery within timelines.
• Focus on efficiency, utilizing technology to navigate complex environments.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills coordinating across various disciplines.