The company invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Inventory Management & Procurement Planning Officer.

This role is responsible for ensuring strict inventory control, effective procurement planning, SAP system integrity, and coordinated logistics dispatch operations. The successful candidate will serve as a key interface between operational departments and Procurement, ensuring timely material availability and seamless outbound planning.

This is a hands-on, systems-intensive role requiring strong SAP expertise, high analytical capability, and the ability to independently manage inventory and logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Maintain strict control over all inventory (consumables, spares, agro-chemicals, operational supplies).
• Conduct reconciliations, cycle counts, and coordinate periodic stock takes.
• Monitor and manage minimum/maximum levels and drive replenishment planning.
• Investigate, report, and resolve stock variances.
• Generate accurate inventory and consumption reports for management.

Procurement Planning & Liaison

• Scrutinize and validate procurement requisitions for correctness and specification accuracy.
• Liaise proactively with Procurement on order progress, urgent requirements, and delivery schedules.
• Track open orders and ensure departments are updated on expected timelines.
• Support forward planning of procurement requirements based on usage trends.

Logistics Planning & Dispatch Coordination

• Plan and coordinate outbound dispatch operations.
• Ensure all dispatch documentation and SAP entries are accurate and timely.
• Coordinate truck scheduling and movement to ensure operational efficiency.
• Monitor dispatch volumes and compliance with safety procedures.

SAP & Systems Management

• Capture all stock movements in SAP (GRNs, issues, returns, transfers, dispatches).
• Ensure complete system integrity and real-time stock accuracy.
• Generate analytical reports for stock optimization and decision-making.
• Quickly adapt to internal systems and drive continuous process improvement.

Minimum Requirements (Strictly Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Procurement, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ proven experience in inventory management, procurement coordination, and logistics planning.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience using SAP (inventory and procurement modules).
• Strong understanding of stock control principles, planning, and ERP-driven processes.
• Valid practicing license from professional body i.e. ZIPS/CIPS
• Zaqa validated certificates
• Proven ability to manage multiple operational priorities with minimal supervision.

Key Competencies

• High integrity and accountability
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Advanced organizational and planning ability
• Attention to detail and system accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure in an operational environment

Nava Avocado Limited is an equal opportunity employer and as such both males, females and persons living with disabilities are strongly advised to apply.